MedWorm.com provides a medical RSS filtering service. Over 6000 RSS medical sources are combined and output via different filters. This feed contains the latest items from the 'Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology' source. Tue, 07 Feb 2012 09:36:02 +0100 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5645222&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fy31v46n0633330tu%2F Conclusions  This study provides preliminary support for the efficacy of comprehensive early intervention services in the US. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original PaperPages 1-9DOI 10.1007/s00127-011-0467-4Authors Sarah R. Uzenoff, Department of Psychology, University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, NC, USADavid L. Penn, Department of Psychology, University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, NC, USAKaren A. Graham, Outreach and Support Intervention Services Program, University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, NC, USASylvia Saade, Outreach and Support Intervention Services Program, University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, NC, USABarbara B. Smith, Outreach and Support Intervention Services Program, University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, NC, USADiana O. Perkins, ... Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5645222 Wed, 25 Jan 2012 18:14:37 +0100 5645222 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5636903&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F56043m8667r4m7w9%2F Conclusions  Our findings show that individuals who perceive environmental problems in their neighbourhood have a higher prevalence of CMD, even after adjusting for all co-variables. In addition, there is a clear increasing gradient in the prevalence of CMD with the increase in the number of environmental problems. Efforts to reduce the prevalence of CMD must be directed to improve individual and contextual risks. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original PaperPages 1-10DOI 10.1007/s00127-012-0474-0Authors Kátia Rocha, Agència de Salut Pública de Barcelona (ASPB), Pl. Lesseps 1, 08023 Barcelona, SpainKatherine Pérez, Agència de Salut Pública de Barcelona (ASPB), Pl. Lesseps 1, 08023 Barcelona, SpainMaica Rodríguez-Sanz, Agència de Salut Pública de Barce... Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5636903 Tue, 24 Jan 2012 12:27:01 +0100 5636903 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5636904&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F7l64821763751177%2F Conclusions  The study suggests that people hold multiple models of distress and disorder. This may influence clinical presentations and help seeking behaviour in Spanish as well as Hispanic American populations. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original PaperPages 1-11DOI 10.1007/s00127-011-0468-3Authors Glòria Durà-Vilà, Research Department of Mental Health Sciences, University College London, Charles Bell House, 67-73 Riding House Street, London, W1W 7EJ UKMatthew Hodes, Department of Medicine, Centre for Mental Health, Imperial College London, London, UK Journal Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric EpidemiologyOnline ISSN 1433-9285Print ISSN 0933-7954 (Source: Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology) Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5636904 Tue, 24 Jan 2012 06:52:09 +0100 5636904 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5618360&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F07639h8143414p7n%2F Conclusion  The association between school performance and hospitalization for depression depended on adolescent hospitalization or externalizing comorbidity, suggesting that disorders with an early onset are decisive. Contrary to the social patterning of many health outcomes, low grandparental/parental education did not appear to increase the rate of hospitalization for unipolar depression in the offspring. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original PaperPages 1-12DOI 10.1007/s00127-012-0476-yAuthors Ulf Jonsson, Department of Neuroscience, Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, Uppsala University, 751 85 Uppsala, SwedenAnna Goodman, Faculty of Epidemiology and Population Health, London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine, London, UKAnne-Liis von Knorring, Departm... Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5618360 Wed, 18 Jan 2012 06:59:52 +0100 5618360 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5618361&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fl0v536531400p5x5%2F Conclusions  Recording and monitoring of khat use need to be more consistent in clinical settings, and further studies are required to investigate the much higher rates of use among those with psychotic disorders compared to non-psychotic disorders. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original PaperPages 1-8DOI 10.1007/s00127-011-0471-8Authors Alex D. Tulloch, Institute of Psychiatry, King’s College London, De Crespigny Park, Denmark Hill, London, SE5 8AF UKElizabeth Frayn, Institute of Psychiatry, King’s College London, De Crespigny Park, Denmark Hill, London, SE5 8AF UKThomas K. J. Craig, Institute of Psychiatry, King’s College London, De Crespigny Park, Denmark Hill, London, SE5 8AF UKTimothy R. J. Nicholson, Institute of Psychiatry, King’s College London,... Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5618361 Tue, 17 Jan 2012 07:12:02 +0100 5618361 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5605875&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F6652154851q78806%2F Conclusions  Among female university students, the experience of physical or psychological gender-based violence is associated with mental disorder. These findings suggest the need for treatment and prevention interventions designed specifically for this population. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original PaperPages 1-11DOI 10.1007/s00127-012-0472-2Authors Fernando L. Vázquez, Department of Clinical Psychology and Psychobiology, University of Santiago de Compostela, Campus Vida, 15782 Santiago de Compostela, SpainAngela Torres, Department of Psychiatry, Radiology and Public Health, University of Santiago de Compostela, Campus Norte, 15782 Santiago de Compostela, SpainPatricia Otero, Department of Clinical Psychology and Psychobiology, University of Santiago de ... Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5605875 Sat, 14 Jan 2012 16:42:34 +0100 5605875 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5595203&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F6005814u115r7737%2F Conclusion  Exposure to a high level of violence—within a single domain or multiple domains—poses significant risk for MDD and GAD, and risk increases with high exposure in multiple domains. Thus, pervasive exposure to violence is associated with the highest risk for the development of psychopathology. Based on these results, prevention and treatment efforts should target adolescents exposed to violence in multiple settings. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original PaperPages 1-15DOI 10.1007/s00127-011-0466-5Authors Natalie Slopen, Department of Society, Human Development, and Health, Harvard School of Public Health, Boston, USAGarrett M. Fitzmaurice, Department of Biostatistics, Harvard School of Public Health, Boston, USADavid R. Williams, Department of S... Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5595203 Thu, 12 Jan 2012 16:47:46 +0100 5595203 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5595204&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fm6603072043k4151%2F Conclusions  Environmental influences become more important in explaining variation in children’s problem behaviors in the context of parental divorce. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original PaperPages 1-10DOI 10.1007/s00127-011-0470-9Authors Sylvana Robbers, Department of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, Erasmus University Medical Center-Sophia, Rotterdam, The NetherlandsFloor van Oort, Department of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, Erasmus University Medical Center-Sophia, Rotterdam, The NetherlandsAnja Huizink, Department of Developmental Psychology, VU University Amsterdam, Amsterdam, The NetherlandsFrank Verhulst, Department of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, Erasmus University Medical Center-Sophia, Rotterdam, The NetherlandsCatharina van Beijsterveldt... Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5595204 Thu, 12 Jan 2012 16:47:45 +0100 5595204 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5595205&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F1879837815332403%2F Conclusions  The incidence and prevalence of EDNOS are the highest in the ED cases; furthermore, new cases of ED are observed above the age of 45, which are remarkable data. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original PaperPages 1-5DOI 10.1007/s00127-012-0473-1Authors Alejandra Larrañaga, Eating Disorders Unit, University Hospital of Vigo, PO Box 1691, 36201 Vigo, SpainMaría F. Docet, Nutrition Section, University Hospital of Vigo, Vigo, SpainRicardo V. García-Mayor, Eating Disorders Unit, University Hospital of Vigo, PO Box 1691, 36201 Vigo, Spain Journal Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric EpidemiologyOnline ISSN 1433-9285Print ISSN 0933-7954 (Source: Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology) Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5595205 Wed, 11 Jan 2012 17:54:29 +0100 5595205 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5595206&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F0n74r5t0458201k4%2F Conclusions  Important risk factor exposure inequalities exist between Canadian-born and immigrant pregnant women. Interventions should target poverty and social isolation. The observed high frequency of AD highlights the need to evaluate the effectiveness of preventive interventions of antenatal depression. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original PaperPages 1-10DOI 10.1007/s00127-011-0469-2Authors Malgorzata Miszkurka, Department of Social and Preventive Medicine, University of Montreal, 1430 boul. du Mont-Royal, Outremont, Montreal, QC H2V 4P3, CanadaLise Goulet, Department of Social and Preventive Medicine, University of Montreal, 1430 boul. du Mont-Royal, Outremont, Montreal, QC H2V 4P3, CanadaMaria Victoria Zunzunegui, Department of Social and Preventive M... Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5595206 Wed, 11 Jan 2012 17:54:27 +0100 5595206 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5570623&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F2484j33pq145gg54%2F Conclusions  This study highlights individuals who would likely benefit from increased efforts to enhance depression treatment utilization. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original PaperPages 1-9DOI 10.1007/s00127-011-0465-6Authors Inger Burnett-Zeigler, VA Ann Arbor Healthcare System, VA Serious Mental Illness Treatment Research and Evaluation Center (SMITREC), 2215 Fuller Road (11H), Ann Arbor, MI 48105, USAKara Zivin, VA Ann Arbor Healthcare System, VA Serious Mental Illness Treatment Research and Evaluation Center (SMITREC), 2215 Fuller Road (11H), Ann Arbor, MI 48105, USAKhairul Islam, Department of Veterans Affairs Health Services Research and Development (HSR&D), Ann Arbor Center of Excellence, Ann Arbor, MI, USAMark A. Ilgen, VA Ann Arbor Healthcare System, ... Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5570623 Wed, 04 Jan 2012 17:02:12 +0100 5570623 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5557498&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Frw81381208106846%2F Conclusions  This study provides evidence that those with a mental disorder are at elevated risk of victimisation, including violent victimisation. That such an association might reflect an underlying causal relationship is further supported by the confirmation that the association holds true when mental disorder is measured well before the assessment of victimisation risk, and that it persists despite adjustment for a number of potential confounding factors. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original PaperPages 1-10DOI 10.1007/s00127-011-0464-7Authors Christina Hart, Institute of Psychiatry, King’s College London, De Crespigny Park, London, SE5 8AF UKRenée de Vet, Department of Primary and Community Care, Radboud University Nijmegen Medical Centre, Nijmegen, ... Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5557498 Tue, 27 Dec 2011 16:50:24 +0100 5557498 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5557499&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F0u553375g52x842u%2F Conclusions  This study provides initial evidence of protective associations of individual level social capital with adolescent suicidality. Our findings suggest that among adolescents low social capital as measured by perceptions of trust and helpfulness of others at school may be a warning sign for suicidality, particularly for females. It may be helpful to inquire of young people how they perceive the trustworthiness and helpfulness of their school environment as a measure of how supportive that environment might be to them when they are facing challenges to their mental health. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original PaperPages 1-7DOI 10.1007/s00127-011-0461-xAuthors Donald B. Langille, Department of Community Health and Epidemiology, Faculty of Medicine,... Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5557499 Mon, 26 Dec 2011 16:46:22 +0100 5557499 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5535650&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F8w4836582145hg20%2F Conclusion  In this Norwegian sample of children, family economy was a significant predictor of mental health problems as measured across a wide range of symptom dimensions and poor economy predicted a high probability of a psychiatric disorder. Longitudinal studies of the impact of low family income as well as other SES factors on externalizing and internalizing symptom dimensions and disorders are called for. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original PaperPages 1-10DOI 10.1007/s00127-011-0462-9Authors Tormod Bøe, Centre for Child and Adolescent Mental Health, Uni Health, Uni Research, PO Box 7800, 5020 Bergen, NorwaySimon Øverland, Department of Health Promotion and Development, Faculty of Psychology, University of Bergen, Bergen, NorwayAstri J. Lundervold, ... Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5535650 Mon, 19 Dec 2011 16:54:37 +0100 5535650 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5522071&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fg64787156x410172%2F Conclusions  The prevalence of SV in the studied population was high, especially among women. Women have more behavior factors associated with SV and they need protection, especially those in isolation and socially deprived. However, men also suffer SV, usually more often during childhood than adulthood and special attention should be given to lifetime illegal drug use and earlier psychiatric hospitalization. Preventive actions beyond mental health are important, such as social and economic actions to improve the living conditions of PMI. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original PaperPages 1-13DOI 10.1007/s00127-011-0463-8Authors Helian Nunes de Oliveira, Research Group in Epidemiology and Health Evaluation, Department of Preventive and Social Medicine, School... Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5522071 Sat, 17 Dec 2011 16:41:55 +0100 5522071 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5493304&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fm688158122500433%2F Conclusions  PDs are easily overlooked when the diagnosis is made based on the CCMD-3 uni-axial diagnostic system. However, it was found that personality pathology is common in the Chinese psychiatric community when using the DSM-IV classification system. Existing evidence suggest, at least indirectly, that there are important benefits of moving towards a multi-axial diagnostic approach in psychiatric practice. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original PaperPages 1-9DOI 10.1007/s00127-011-0445-xAuthors Tianhong Zhang, Shanghai Mental Health Center, Shanghai Jiaotong University School of Medicine, 600 South Wanping Road, Shanghai, 200030 People’s Republic of ChinaLanlan Wang, Shanghai Mental Health Center, Shanghai Jiaotong University School of Medicine, 600 So... Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5493304 Wed, 07 Dec 2011 16:44:19 +0100 5493304 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5474618&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Ft323h731540686p2%2F Conclusions  Documenting and explaining depressive symptoms and antidepressant use among IPV survivors provides insight into one of many possible treatment options available to women with depression, and sheds light on potential health disparities among this subgroup of the population. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original PaperPages 1-11DOI 10.1007/s00127-011-0459-4Authors Jinette Comeau, Department of Sociology, Social Science Centre, The University of Western Ontario, London, ON N6A 5C2, CanadaLorraine Davies, Department of Sociology, Social Science Centre, The University of Western Ontario, London, ON N6A 5C2, Canada Journal Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric EpidemiologyOnline ISSN 1433-9285Print ISSN 0933-7954 (Source: Social Psychiatry and Psychi... Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5474618 Thu, 01 Dec 2011 19:30:53 +0100 5474618 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5467046&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fg3v7741p5455202n%2F Conclusion  Adult outcomes of childhood public care reflect differences in children’s experience of public care. Older age at admission, multiple care placements and residential care may be associated with worse outcomes. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original PaperPages 1-10DOI 10.1007/s00127-011-0458-5Authors A. Dregan, Division of Primary Care and Public Health Sciences, King’s College London, Capital House, 42 Weston St, London, SE1 3QD UKM. C. Gulliford, Division of Primary Care and Public Health Sciences, King’s College London, Capital House, 42 Weston St, London, SE1 3QD UK Journal Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric EpidemiologyOnline ISSN 1433-9285Print ISSN 0933-7954 (Source: Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology) Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5467046 Wed, 30 Nov 2011 04:52:55 +0100 5467046 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5467047&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fp653g20630326815%2F Conclusions  This review revealed that using poverty as an indicator in mental health research in LMIC is still in its infancy, with much room for improvement. The implications of poor measurement of poverty in psychiatric epidemiology are discussed. The recommendations provided will hopefully help researchers in psychiatric epidemiology use the concept of poverty in a much more critical, systematic and appropriate manner. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original PaperPages 1-18DOI 10.1007/s00127-011-0457-6Authors Sara Cooper, Department of Epidemiology and Population Health, London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine, Keppel Street, London, WC1E 7HT UKCrick Lund, Department of Psychiatry and Mental Health, University of Cape Town, Cape Town, South AfricaRi... Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5467047 Wed, 30 Nov 2011 04:52:53 +0100 5467047 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5467048&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fj28120x686m2p075%2F Conclusions  The phenomenon of delayed-onset PTSD, albeit uncommon, does exist. Certain trauma characteristics may increase the risk for developing delayed-onset PTSD. Delayed onset may be associated with more chronic forms of this disorder. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original PaperPages 1-8DOI 10.1007/s00127-011-0444-yAuthors Deniz Fikretoglu, Department of Psychiatry, Douglas Hospital Research Centre, McGill University, Montreal, QC, CanadaAihua Liu, Department of Epidemiology, Biostatistics, and Occupational Health, McGill University, Montreal, QC, Canada Journal Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric EpidemiologyOnline ISSN 1433-9285Print ISSN 0933-7954 (Source: Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology) Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5467048 Mon, 28 Nov 2011 16:58:48 +0100 5467048 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5455305&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fl23246qhq87t2585%2F Conclusions  Stealing accompanied with aggressivity at age eight is predictive of wide range of adversities. However, no increased risk was observed among the group with stealing behaviors but without aggression. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original PaperPages 1-10DOI 10.1007/s00127-011-0455-8Authors André Sourander, Department of Child Psychiatry, University of Turku, Itäinen Pitkäkatu 1/Varia, 20014 Turku, FinlandSturla Fossum, Regional Centre for Child and Adolescent Mental Health, Faculty of Medicine, University of Tromsø, Tromsø, NorwayJohn A. Rønning, Institute of Clinical Medicine, University of Tromsø, Tromsø, NorwayHenrik Elonheimo, Faculty of Law, University of Turku, Turku, FinlandTerja Ristkari, Department of Child Psychiatry, University o... Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5455305 Fri, 25 Nov 2011 17:43:10 +0100 5455305 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5455306&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F47631r0757746x70%2F Conclusion  Delays to first seek treatment for anxiety and depressive disorders appear to be far more prolonged in rural compared to urban Australia. This is particularly the case for Australian residents living in R and VR areas. This is of particular concern due to the significant mental health needs of rural Australians. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original PaperPages 1-13DOI 10.1007/s00127-011-0453-xAuthors Amanda C. Green, School of Psychology, The University of Sydney, Brennan MacCallum Building (A18), Camperdown, NSW 2006, AustraliaCaroline Hunt, School of Psychology, The University of Sydney, Brennan MacCallum Building (A18), Camperdown, NSW 2006, AustraliaHelen J. Stain, Centre for Rural and Remote Mental Health, University of Newcastle, Bloomfield ... Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5455306 Thu, 24 Nov 2011 17:44:20 +0100 5455306 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5455307&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fmr13604057v666u1%2F Conclusions  Legislative control had the desired immediate impact on the use of seclusion/restraint in adolescent psychiatric inpatient care. Legislative control is, however, not strong enough to ensure homogenous practices across the country, as there is many-fold regional variation in figures for using seclusion and restraint. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original PaperPages 1-8DOI 10.1007/s00127-011-0456-7Authors Siponen Ulla, Department of Nursing Science, University of Turku, 20014 Turku, FinlandVälimäki Maritta, Department of Nursing Science, University of Turku, 20014 Turku, FinlandKaltiala-Heino Riittakerttu, Department of Adolescent Psychiatry, Tampere University Hospital, Tampere, Finland Journal Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiolo... Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5455307 Wed, 23 Nov 2011 17:44:00 +0100 5455307 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5455308&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fcgh46ph007nj353j%2F Conclusion  War-affected adolescents may continue to suffer from significant psychological stress in the years following the cessation of conflict. Multiple exposure to a number of different types of traumatic event may directly increase the likelihood of psychological distress especially for those exposed to the most extreme violence. The feasibility of employing a locally developed and validated screening instrument is demonstrated. Implications for future research and intervention in post-conflict areas are considered. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original PaperPages 1-10DOI 10.1007/s00127-011-0454-9Authors John D. McMullen, School of Psychology, Queens University Belfast, David Kier Building, Belfast, BT9 5BP UKPaul S. O’Callaghan, School of Psychology... Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5455308 Wed, 23 Nov 2011 17:43:59 +0100 5455308 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5419932&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fh5064436k6416334%2F Conclusions  Results support the hypothesis that the IPS intervention has positive effects not only on vocational but also on clinical outcomes in patients with schizophrenia. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original PaperPages 1-9DOI 10.1007/s00127-011-0451-zAuthors Reinhold Kilian, Department of Psychiatry and Psychotherapy II, University of Ulm, Bezirkskrankenhaus Günzburg, Ludwig-Heilmeyer-Str. 2, 89312 Günzburg, GermanyChristoph Lauber, University of Liverpool, Liverpool, UKRana Kalkan, Department of Psychiatry and Psychotherapy II, University of Ulm, Bezirkskrankenhaus Günzburg, Ludwig-Heilmeyer-Str. 2, 89312 Günzburg, GermanyWulf Dorn, Department of Psychiatry and Psychotherapy II, University of Ulm, Bezirkskrankenhaus Günzburg, Ludwig-Heilmeyer-Str. ... Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5419932 Mon, 14 Nov 2011 16:54:38 +0100 5419932 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5405234&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fy524570m52374103%2F Conclusion  The results indicate that cultural idioms do provide some protection from stigma, but only among respondents who are already familiar with what mental illness is. Our finding that the condition that depicted untreated psychosis elicited the greatest amount of stigma, while the “treated psychosis” condition was viewed relatively benignly in China, suggests that improved access to mental health services in urban China has the potential to decrease public stigma via labeling mechanisms. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original PaperPages 1-15DOI 10.1007/s00127-011-0452-yAuthors Lawrence H. Yang, Department of Epidemiology, Columbia University, 722 West 168th Street, Room 1610, New York, NY 10032, USAGraciete Lo, Department of Psychology, Fordham Un... Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5405234 Thu, 10 Nov 2011 16:54:57 +0100 5405234 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5405236&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fj863135828x42626%2F Conclusions  While social-economic-demographic-geographic-and-political indicators show the strongest association with homicide rate variation, the results show the importance and potentially preventive utility of broader ICC criteria, increased psychiatric inpatient-bed access, and better performing mental health systems as factors contributing to homicide rate variation. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original PaperPages 1-10DOI 10.1007/s00127-011-0450-0Authors Steven P. Segal, Mental Health and Social Welfare Research Group and the Mack Center on Mental Health and Social Conflict, School of Social Welfare, University of California, 120 Haviland Hall (MC# 7400), Berkeley, CA 94720-7400, USA Journal Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric EpidemiologyOnline I... Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5405236 Wed, 09 Nov 2011 17:57:30 +0100 5405236 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5405235&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Ft36t456366500v02%2F Conclusions  The high prevalence of PTS and endorsement of tendency to panic within our sample show a need for mental health treatment after a chemical hazard disaster. Mental health personnel should be considerate of those with serious physical injuries. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original PaperPages 1-8DOI 10.1007/s00127-011-0449-6Authors Jay P. Ginsberg, Shirley L. Buchanan Neuroscience Laboratory, Dorn VA Medical Center, Columbia, SC, USAJoseph R. Holbrook, Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, Arnold School of Public Health, HESC, University of South Carolina, 800 Sumter Street, Columbia, SC 29208, USADebjani Chanda, Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, Arnold School of Public Health, HESC, University of South Carolina, 800 Sumter Stree... Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5405235 Wed, 09 Nov 2011 17:57:30 +0100 5405235 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5405237&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F761h01758m228155%2F Conclusions  Risk of clinical depression in mothers after their child is diagnosed with epilepsy is common and relatively stable over time. Modifiable risk factors may present avenues for intervention to improve the mental health of mothers of children with epilepsy. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original PaperPages 1-10DOI 10.1007/s00127-011-0447-8Authors Mark Anthony Ferro, Department of Psychiatry and Behavioural Neurosciences, McMaster University, Chedoke Site, Central Building, Room 310, 1280 Main Street West, Hamilton, ON L8S 4K1, CanadaKathy Nixon Speechley, Department of Paediatrics, The University of Western Ontario, London, ON, Canada Journal Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric EpidemiologyOnline ISSN 1433-9285Print ISSN 0933-7954 (Source: Social... Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5405237 Wed, 09 Nov 2011 07:04:08 +0100 5405237 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5405238&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F2664857710250041%2F Conclusions  The high risk design recruited adolescents with a depression symptoms profile comparable to the general population for both sexes. High risk status may alter the trajectory of depressive symptoms in female adolescents only. Males may be less sensitive to recent adversity. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original PaperPages 1-9DOI 10.1007/s00127-011-0441-1Authors Michelle C. St Clair, Department of Psychiatry, Developmental and Lifecourse Research Group, University of Cambridge, Douglas House, 18b Trumpington Road, Cambridge, CB2 8AH UKIan M. Goodyer, Department of Psychiatry, Developmental and Lifecourse Research Group, University of Cambridge, Douglas House, 18b Trumpington Road, Cambridge, CB2 8AH UKValerie Dunn, Department of Psychiatry, Developm... Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5405238 Tue, 08 Nov 2011 19:12:37 +0100 5405238 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5405239&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fy670301031wr66j8%2F Conclusions  The day-to-day social–emotional climate can have important consequences for patient engagement and recovery. Improved understanding of the role played by unit, staff and patient characteristics, together with routine monitoring, should facilitate the development and evaluation of targeted interventions to reduce adverse incidents and improve the overall social–emotional climate. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original PaperPages 1-12DOI 10.1007/s00127-011-0448-7Authors Terry J. Lewin, Centre for Brain and Mental Health Research (CBMHR), Hunter New England Mental Health, University of Newcastle, PO Box 833, Newcastle, NSW 2300, AustraliaVaughan J. Carr, Centre for Brain and Mental Health Research (CBMHR), Hunter New England Mental Health, Univer... Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5405239 Tue, 08 Nov 2011 16:48:55 +0100 5405239 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5378621&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fr617m265128p5wn1%2F Conclusions  The study’s findings highlighted how vulnerability to hallucinations can occur developmentally across time, with early acquired vulnerability factors, combining additively with more proximal day-to-day factors and cognitive style, to propel a person further towards the formation of hallucinations. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original PaperPages 1-14DOI 10.1007/s00127-011-0446-9Authors Eliot Goldstone, School of Psychological Science, La Trobe University, Bundoora, Victoria, 3086 AustraliaJohn Farhall, School of Psychological Science, La Trobe University, Bundoora, Victoria, 3086 AustraliaBen Ong, School of Psychological Science, La Trobe University, Bundoora, Victoria, 3086 Australia Journal Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiolog... Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5378621 Tue, 01 Nov 2011 16:51:50 +0100 5378621 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5378623&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fr350067435755947%2F Conclusion  The results of this study suggest that those already demonstrating ASB prior to joining the military are more likely to continue on this trajectory, thus emphasising the importance of considering pre-enlistment behaviour when exploring the aetiology of aggression in military personnel. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original PaperPages 1-6DOI 10.1007/s00127-011-0443-zAuthors Deirdre MacManus, Department of Forensic and Neurodevelopmental Sciences, Institute of Psychiatry, King’s College London, PO23, De Crespigny Park, Denmark Hill, London, SE5 8AF UKKimberlie Dean, Department of Forensic and Neurodevelopmental Sciences, Institute of Psychiatry, King’s College London, PO23, De Crespigny Park, Denmark Hill, London, SE5 8AF UKAmy C. Iversen, King�... Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5378623 Sat, 29 Oct 2011 05:42:36 +0100 5378623 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5378622&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Ft271121153312220%2F Conclusions  Elite troops suffered less negative mental health consequences than regular forces despite higher combat exposure. Comradeship and unit cohesion protected Special Forces from negative mental health outcome of combat. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original PaperPages 1-9DOI 10.1007/s00127-011-0442-0Authors Raveen Hanwella, Department of Psychological Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Colombo, 08 Sri LankaVaruni de Silva, Department of Psychological Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Colombo, 08 Sri Lanka Journal Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric EpidemiologyOnline ISSN 1433-9285Print ISSN 0933-7954 (Source: Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology) Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5378622 Sat, 29 Oct 2011 05:42:36 +0100 5378622 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5378624&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fq8194243030231t6%2F Conclusions  The relationship between SDQ caseness indicators and disorder rates varies substantially between populations: cross-national differences in SDQ indicators do not necessarily reflect comparable differences in disorder rates. More generally, considerable caution is required when interpreting cross-cultural comparisons of mental health, particularly when these rely on brief questionnaires. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original PaperPages 1-11DOI 10.1007/s00127-011-0440-2Authors Anna Goodman, Faculty of Epidemiology and Population Health, London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine, Keppel Street, London, WC1E 7HT UKEinar Heiervang, Centre for Child and Adolescent Mental Health, Bergen, NorwayBacy Fleitlich-Bilyk, University of São Paulo, São Pa... Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5378624 Fri, 28 Oct 2011 06:05:29 +0100 5378624 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5345104&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fkh4437406g160964%2F Conclusion  Impact on the workplace and socioeconomic conditions were associated with S-PTSD. The epidemiological approach in disaster situations needs to be improved, particularly in the social and occupational dimension when economically active populations are involved. Vulnerable subgroups, defined by occupational impact and low socioeconomic category, should be taken into account. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original PaperPages 1-11DOI 10.1007/s00127-011-0439-8Authors Eloi Diene, Département Santé Travail, Institut de Veille Sanitaire (InVS), 12 rue du Val d’Osne, 94415 Saint Maurice, FranceNelly Agrinier, Département d’Epidémiologie et d’Evaluation Clinique, Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Nancy, 54000 Nancy, FranceArtus Albessard, Dépist... Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5345104 Fri, 21 Oct 2011 16:01:32 +0100 5345104 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5345105&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fm865742034ju8x12%2F Conclusions  There is a large room for improvement in awareness about ASD and treatment in the Chinese communities. Insufficient knowledge about ASD and inappropriate attitudes towards mental health service use may impede the efforts of early identification and intervention. Health education and promotion are needed to improve people’s knowledge about ASD and available mental health services. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original PaperPages 1-8DOI 10.1007/s00127-011-0438-9Authors Jia Wang, Department of Children’s and Adolescent Health, Public Health College of Harbin Medical University, 157 Baojian Road, Nangang District, Harbin, 150086 People’s Republic of ChinaXue Zhou, Department of Children’s and Adolescent Health, Public Health College of Harbi... Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5345105 Tue, 18 Oct 2011 15:55:57 +0100 5345105 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5322389&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fk018635216759768%2F Conclusions  This study investigated factors associated with SI over a 12-month period in a rural cohort. After controlling for known risk factors for SI, low availability of social support at baseline was associated with greater likelihood of SI at 12-month follow-up. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original PaperPages 1-10DOI 10.1007/s00127-011-0436-yAuthors Tonelle E. Handley, Centre for Brain and Mental Health Research, University of Newcastle, Newcastle, NSW, AustraliaKerry J. Inder, Centre for Brain and Mental Health Research, University of Newcastle, Newcastle, NSW, AustraliaBrian J. Kelly, Centre for Brain and Mental Health Research, University of Newcastle, Newcastle, NSW, AustraliaJohn R. Attia, Hunter Medical Research Institute, Locked Bag 1, Hunter Re... Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5322389 Wed, 12 Oct 2011 05:50:02 +0100 5322389 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5302654&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fx065911434803w2l%2F Conclusions  The friendship network size was found to be small but the quality of friendship mostly positive and highly valued. The majority of friendships were with other service users made during attendances at day hospitals and drop-in centres thus underscoring the importance of this service provision. Psychosocial intervention programmes need to take into account psychological factors that impact upon friendship. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original PaperPages 1-9DOI 10.1007/s00127-011-0437-xAuthors Ellen Wan-Yuk Harley, St. Leonards Community Mental Health Team, Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust, Gambier House, West Hill Road, St. Leonards-On-Sea, East Sussex TN38 0NG, UKJed Boardman, Health Service and Population Research, Institute of Psychiatr... Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5302654 Fri, 07 Oct 2011 15:58:59 +0100 5302654 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5258398&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F072m44470p23232x%2F Conclusion  The child abuse rating system for archival data fills an important gap in existing methodology and, in conjunction with a self-report measure, is expected to improve the assessment and understanding of the prevalence of child abuse among adults with SMI. Potential limitations and recommendations for future research are discussed. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original PaperPages 1-9DOI 10.1007/s00127-011-0435-zAuthors Kee-Hong Choi, Department of Psychiatry, Columbia University Medical Center, New York, NY, USAL. Felice Reddy, University of Nebraska-Lincoln, Lincoln, USAWill Spaulding, University of Nebraska-Lincoln, Lincoln, USA Journal Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric EpidemiologyOnline ISSN 1433-9285Print ISSN 0933-7954 (Source: Social P... Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5258398 Fri, 23 Sep 2011 15:45:46 +0100 5258398 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5258397&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F8840012x528n5100%2F Conclusion  The vast majority of persons who became residents in supported psychiatric housing facilities had previously been diagnosed with schizophrenia, schizophrenia-like disorders, and organic mental disorders, and a large proportion had substance abuse and a high use of bed days. Moving into such a facility reduced the number of bed days. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original PaperPages 1-11DOI 10.1007/s00127-011-0432-2Authors Merete Nordentoft, Psychiatric Centre Copenhagen, Copenhagen University, Faculty of Health Sciences, Bispebjerg Bakke 23, 2400 Copenhagen NV, DenmarkMarianne G. Pedersen, National Centre for Register-based Research, Aarhus University, Tåsingegade 1, 8000 Aarhus, DenmarkCarsten B. Pedersen, National Centre for Register-based Resea... Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5258397 Fri, 23 Sep 2011 15:45:46 +0100 5258397 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5258399&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fjg53u0687t867117%2F Conclusions  The results support the notion that the early onset of a supposed precursor of suicidal behaviour, a death wish in this case, adds to its ability to portend more serious problem levels in later stages of life. Furthermore, mood operates independently in its association with the timing of such suicidal behaviour, suggesting that the effect of a relatively youthful appearance of a wish to die cannot be explained by early onset depression. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original PaperPages 1-7DOI 10.1007/s00127-011-0434-0Authors Angus H. Thompson, Institute of Health Economics, 1200, 10405 Jasper Avenue, Edmonton, AB T5J 3N4, CanadaCarolyn S. Dewa, Work and Well-being Research and Evaluation Program, Centre for Addiction and Mental Health, 33 Russell... Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5258399 Wed, 21 Sep 2011 05:48:02 +0100 5258399 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5247849&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fg188w26g26651008%2F Conclusions  The study indicates that insomnia, worry, anxiety and depression are potential risk factors for new inceptions of paranoid thinking. The results also corroborate an emerging literature indicating that anxiety, worry and depression may encourage the persistence of paranoid thinking. The study provides the first longitudinal evidence linking insomnia and paranoia. The important clinical implication is that the use of interventions for common mental health difficulties in people with psychosis may have the additional benefit of reducing paranoia. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original PaperPages 1-9DOI 10.1007/s00127-011-0433-1Authors Daniel Freeman, Department of Psychiatry, Warneford Hospital, Oxford University, Oxford, OX3 7JX UKDaniel Stahl, De... Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5247849 Mon, 19 Sep 2011 05:37:07 +0100 5247849 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5220956&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F740k0248w7l24524%2F Conclusion  Unlike cannabis use, tobacco use is not associated with an earlier onset of psychosis. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original PaperPages 1-8DOI 10.1007/s00127-011-0431-3Authors Nicholas Myles, Coffs Harbour Health Campus, Pacific Hwy, Coffs Harbour, AustraliaHannah Newall, Coffs Harbour Health Campus, Pacific Hwy, Coffs Harbour, AustraliaMichael T. Compton, Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, The George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences, Washington, DC, USAJackie Curtis, School of Psychiatry, University of New South Wales, Sydney, AustraliaOlav Nielssen, School of Psychiatry, University of New South Wales, Sydney, AustraliaMatthew Large, School of Psychiatry, University of New South Wales, Sydney, Australia ... Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5220956 Thu, 08 Sep 2011 05:52:32 +0100 5220956 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5220955&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Ff1v622k814005262%2F Conclusions  This study underlines the need for campaigns aimed at improving the mental health literacy of Chinese in Shanghai. Such campaigns must take into consideration the socially and culturally driven beliefs to facilitate the development of specific education programs. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original PaperPages 1-8DOI 10.1007/s00127-011-0430-4Authors Daniel Fu Keung Wong, Department of Applied Social Studies, City University of Hong Kong, Tat Chee Avenue, Kowloon Tong, Hong KongHe Xuesong, School of Social Work, East China University of Science and Technology, Shanghai, ChinaAda Poon, Community Services Chinese Community Social Services Centre Inc, Melbourne, VIC, AustraliaAngus Yuk Kit Lam, Department of Applied Social Studies, City University o... Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5220955 Thu, 08 Sep 2011 05:52:32 +0100 5220955 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5174490&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fa7pm565485843432%2F Conclusions  Social capital as reflected in neighbourhood perceptions is a significant factor affecting risks of different types of self-harm and may mediate the effects of other contextual variables such as area deprivation. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original PaperPages 1-15DOI 10.1007/s00127-011-0429-xAuthors Peter Congdon, Centre for Statistics and Department of Geography, Queen Mary University of London, Mile End Road, London, E1 4NS UK Journal Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric EpidemiologyOnline ISSN 1433-9285Print ISSN 0933-7954 (Source: Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology) Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5174490 Sat, 27 Aug 2011 15:47:49 +0100 5174490 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5174491&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fy23023h1j640x804%2F Conclusion  The individual effects of medical and psychiatric morbidity on functional status and quality of life were considerably worse when both were present in the same individual. Future studies should examine the impact of identifying and treating anxiety and depressive disorders in patients with medical problems for better outcomes. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original PaperPages 1-7DOI 10.1007/s00127-011-0420-6Authors Leslie Lim, Department of Psychiatry, Singapore General Hospital, Outram Road, Singapore, 169608 SingaporeAi-Zhen Jin, National Registry of Diseases Office, Health Promotion Board, 3 Second Hospital Avenue, Singapore, 168937 SingaporeTze-Pin Ng, Department of Psychological Medicine, National University of Singapore, NUHS Tower Block, Lev... Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5174491 Thu, 25 Aug 2011 15:50:38 +0100 5174491 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5169413&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Ft028358501217446%2F Conclusions  Among African Americans perceived neighborhood problems are widespread and positively associated with psychiatric disorders. Consideration of neighborhood context is important to more comprehensively understand mental illness and its treatment in this population. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original PaperPages 1-9DOI 10.1007/s00127-011-0426-0Authors Adam Simning, Department of Community and Preventive Medicine, University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry, 265 Crittenden Boulevard, CU 420644, Rochester, NY 14642, USAEdwin van Wijngaarden, Department of Community and Preventive Medicine, University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry, 265 Crittenden Boulevard, CU 420644, Rochester, NY 14642, USAYeates Conwell, Department of ... Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5169413 Tue, 23 Aug 2011 15:51:01 +0100 5169413 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5169414&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F9381868k8705283q%2F Conclusions  Low parental SES during adolescence significantly increases the likelihood of CES-D scores compatible with depression during adulthood across US ethnic groups and in both genders. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original PaperPages 1-6DOI 10.1007/s00127-011-0424-2Authors Sophie D. Walsh, Department of Criminology, Bar-Ilan University, 52900 Ramat Gan, IsraelStephen Z. Levine, Department of Criminology, Bar-Ilan University, 52900 Ramat Gan, IsraelItzhak Levav, Mental Health Services, Ministry of Health, Jerusalem, Israel Journal Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric EpidemiologyOnline ISSN 1433-9285Print ISSN 0933-7954 (Source: Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology) Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5169414 Tue, 23 Aug 2011 15:50:59 +0100 5169414 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5169415&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fq5217r323m7n4013%2F Conclusions  The study illustrates why some patients view their involuntary hospitalisation positively, whereas others believe it was wrong. This knowledge could inform the development of interventions to improve patients’ views and treatment experiences. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original PaperPages 1-11DOI 10.1007/s00127-011-0427-zAuthors Christina Katsakou, Unit for Social & Community Psychiatry, Barts and the London School of Medicine, Queen Mary University of London, Newham Centre for Mental Health, Cherry Tree Way, Glen Road, London, E13 8SP UKDiana Rose, Institute of Psychiatry, King’s College London, De Crespigny Park, Box P034, London, SE5 8AF UKTim Amos, Academic Unit of Psychiatry, University of Bristol, Cotham House, Cotham Hill, Bristol, BS... Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5169415 Tue, 23 Aug 2011 15:50:58 +0100 5169415 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5158440&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fh85765t642g2228p%2F Conclusions  The PDI is a reliable and valid instrument for measuring the dimensionality of delusion proneness and appears to complement subclinical psychosis assessment scales for both epidemiological and clinical research in Taiwan. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original PaperPages 1-14DOI 10.1007/s00127-011-0428-yAuthors Yu-Chen Kao, Department of Psychiatry, Songshan Armed Forces General Hospital, Taipei, Taiwan, ROCTzong-Shi Wang, Department of Psychiatry, Taipei Tzu Chi General Hospital, New Taipei City, Taiwan, ROCChien-Wen Lu, Department of Psychiatry, Songshan Armed Forces General Hospital, Taipei, Taiwan, ROCTsung-Hsing Cheng, Department of Family Medicine, Songshan Armed Forces General Hospital, Taipei, Taiwan, ROCYia-Ping Liu, Department of Physiolo... Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5158440 Mon, 22 Aug 2011 15:58:01 +0100 5158440 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5158441&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fqkq44374811x5214%2F Conclusions  These findings provide further support for the idea that mental health services should routinely involve patients and their relatives when planning and evaluating psychiatric intervention and that this policy is a premise for developing a partnership care model. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original PaperPages 1-11DOI 10.1007/s00127-011-0418-0Authors Antonio Lasalvia, Department of Public Health and Community Medicine, Section of Psychiatry and Clinical Psychology, University of Verona, Policlinico “G. B. Rossi”, 37134 Verona, ItalyIleana Boggian, Department of Mental Health, NHS Local Trust Legnago, Legnago, VR, ItalyChiara Bonetto, Department of Public Health and Community Medicine, Section of Psychiatry and Clinical Psychology, University ... Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5158441 Thu, 18 Aug 2011 05:49:31 +0100 5158441 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5158442&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F0102411766015q44%2F Content Type Journal ArticleCategory ErratumPages 1-1DOI 10.1007/s00127-011-0425-1Authors Alex D. Tulloch, Department of Psychosis Studies, Institute of Psychiatry, Kings College London, De Crespigny Park, London, SE5 8AF UKPaul Fearon, Department of Psychosis Studies, Institute of Psychiatry, Kings College London, De Crespigny Park, London, SE5 8AF UKAnthony S. David, Department of Psychosis Studies, Institute of Psychiatry, Kings College London, De Crespigny Park, London, SE5 8AF UK Journal Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric EpidemiologyOnline ISSN 1433-9285Print ISSN 0933-7954 (Source: Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology) Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5158442 Thu, 18 Aug 2011 05:49:28 +0100 5158442 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5125629&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fm0w704523tx56038%2F Conclusions  MDD is most common prior to the onset of CVD. Further, there is an association between pre-morbid MDD and poorer self-rated mental health. To our knowledge, this is the first time this has been demonstrated in a national, population-based survey. As self-rated health has been shown to predict important outcomes such as survival, we recommend that those with MDD be identified as vulnerable to CVD onset and poorer health outcomes. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-7DOI 10.1007/s00127-011-0421-5Authors Adrienne O’Neil, Department of Epidemiology and Preventive Medicine, School of Public Health and Preventive Medicine, Monash University, 99 Commercial Road, Melbourne, AustraliaEmily D. Williams, Department of Epidemiology and Preventive Medicine, School... Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5125629 Wed, 10 Aug 2011 15:45:29 +0100 5125629 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5125630&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fq87073u014054176%2F Conclusions  The total amount of PA undertaken was associated with adolescent depressive symptoms, but the amount of time spent in MVPA, once total PA was accounted for, was not. If confirmed in longitudinal studies and randomised controlled trials, this would have important implications for public health messages. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-11DOI 10.1007/s00127-011-0422-4Authors Nicola J. Wiles, Academic Unit of Psychiatry, School of Social and Community Medicine, University of Bristol, Oakfield House, Oakfield Grove, Bristol, BS8 2BN UKAnne M. Haase, Centre for Exercise, Nutrition and Health, School of Policy Studies, University of Bristol, Bristol, UKDebbie A. Lawlor, MRC Centre for Causal Analyses in Translational Epidemiology, School of Social and Commu... Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5125630 Mon, 08 Aug 2011 19:52:20 +0100 5125630 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5103262&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fv37q532x033806j4%2F Conclusions  PICMIN instrument allows comparison among countries and different studies over time. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-14DOI 10.1007/s00127-011-0419-zAuthors Tea Vukušić Rukavina, Andrija Štampar School of Public Health, School of Medicine, University of Zagreb, Rockefellerova 4, 10 000 Zagreb, CroatiaAlexander Nawka, Department of Psychiatry, First Faculty of Medicine, Charles University in Prague, Prague, Czech RepublicOgnjen Brborović, Andrija Štampar School of Public Health, School of Medicine, University of Zagreb, Rockefellerova 4, 10 000 Zagreb, CroatiaNikolina Jovanović, Department of Psychiatry, School of Medicine, University of Zagreb, University Hospital Centre Zagreb, Zagreb, CroatiaMartina Rojnić Kuzman, Department of Psychiatry, School... Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5103262 Wed, 03 Aug 2011 05:44:08 +0100 5103262 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5085998&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fx1404pj512141422%2F Conclusions  Depressive symptomatology varies between ethnic groups. These differences are mainly due to ethnicity as such but migration may play an additional role. It is essential for physicians to be aware of atypical presentation forms of depression in minority groups. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-9DOI 10.1007/s00127-011-0417-1Authors Eberhard A. Deisenhammer, Department of General Psychiatry, Medical University Innsbruck, Anichstr. 35, 6020 Innsbruck, AustriaMüberra Çoban-Başaran, Department of General Psychiatry, Medical University Innsbruck, Anichstr. 35, 6020 Innsbruck, AustriaAtıl Mantar, Department of Psychiatry, Medical Faculty, Dokuz Eylül University, 35340 Balçova, İzmir, TurkeyRegina Prunnlechner, Department of General Psychiatry, Medical ... Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5085998 Sat, 30 Jul 2011 15:52:02 +0100 5085998 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5077453&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F427457h4u584j606%2F Conclusions  In Santiago, the prevalence of psychiatric disorders in children and adolescents was high. This study helps raise awareness of child and adolescent mental health issues in Spanish-speaking Latin America and serves as a basis for improving mental health services. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-11DOI 10.1007/s00127-011-0415-3Authors Benjamin Vicente, Department of Psychiatry and Mental Health, University of Concepción, Casilla 160-C, Concepción, ChileFlora de la Barra, Medical School, University of Chile, Santiago, ChileSandra Saldivia, Department of Psychiatry and Mental Health, University of Concepción, Casilla 160-C, Concepción, ChileRobert Kohn, Department of Psychiatry and Human Behavior, Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University, Prov... Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5077453 Wed, 27 Jul 2011 15:52:17 +0100 5077453 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5069242&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F1u63m33591552572%2F Conclusion  “512 PIM” was an effective psychological intervention for military rescuers in reducing symptoms of PTSD, anxiety and depression after a crisis. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-9DOI 10.1007/s00127-011-0416-2Authors Shengjun Wu, Department of Psychology, School of Aerospace Medicine, Fourth Military Medical University, 169 West Changle Road, Xi’an, 710032 People’s Republic of ChinaXia Zhu, Department of Psychology, School of Aerospace Medicine, Fourth Military Medical University, 169 West Changle Road, Xi’an, 710032 People’s Republic of ChinaYinling Zhang, Department of Nursing Management, Fourth Military Medical University, Xi’an, People’s Republic of ChinaJie Liang, XiJing Hospital of Digestive Diseases, Fourth Military Medical Univers... Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5069242 Mon, 25 Jul 2011 15:45:13 +0100 5069242 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5036074&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fm05rq534147391q6%2F Conclusions  Homelessness affects a substantial minority of psychiatric admissions in the UK. Housing outcomes are uncertain, and it is possible that more than half continue to be homeless or living in very transient situations. Demographic and diagnostic associations with homelessness were consistent with US studies; associations with HoNOS item scores and having had no admission in the preceding 2 years suggest that, in many cases, social adversity predominates over active psychopathology at the time of admission. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-11DOI 10.1007/s00127-011-0414-4Authors Alex D. Tulloch, Department of Psychosis Studies, Institute of Psychiatry, Kings College London, De Crespigny Park, London, SE5 8AF UKPaul Fearon, Department of Psychosis Stu... Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5036074 Thu, 14 Jul 2011 06:01:41 +0100 5036074 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5036073&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F66777111j5771726%2F Conclusion  Both indirect and direct contact may positively impact mental health stigma. While the strength of the stigma-change process may be heightened by face-to-face interactions, the largely positive impact of indirect contact suggests that stigma reduction may depend less on the medium of contact but more on the transcendent messages contributed by the consumers facilitating the contact experience. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-12DOI 10.1007/s00127-011-0413-5Authors Elizabeth Nguyen, Faculty of Pharmacy, Pharmacy and Bank Building A15, The University of Sydney, Sydney, NSW 2006, AustraliaTimothy F. Chen, Faculty of Pharmacy, Pharmacy and Bank Building A15, The University of Sydney, Sydney, NSW 2006, AustraliaClaire L. O’Reilly, Faculty of Pharmacy, Ph... Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5036073 Thu, 14 Jul 2011 06:01:41 +0100 5036073 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5019129&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F642674r03387w301%2F Conclusions  The present study supports the reliability and validity of the Portuguese language version of the PSP and further supports the original measure. The co-administration of brief cognitive assessments with measures of functioning may lead to more focused interventions, possibly improving outcomes in this group. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-10DOI 10.1007/s00127-011-0412-6Authors Sofia Brissos, Lisbon’s Psychiatric Hospitalar Centre, Rua Conde Redondo, nº 8 3º dt, 1150-105 Lisbon, PortugalFilipa Palhavã, Lisbon’s Psychiatric Hospitalar Centre, Rua Conde Redondo, nº 8 3º dt, 1150-105 Lisbon, PortugalJoão Gama Marques, Lisbon’s Psychiatric Hospitalar Centre, Rua Conde Redondo, nº 8 3º dt, 1150-105 Lisbon, PortugalSusana Mexia, Lisbon’s Ps... Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5019129 Fri, 08 Jul 2011 06:31:49 +0100 5019129 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4968311&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fg362072585782mrp%2F Conclusions  Patients with the hikikomori syndrome are perceived as occurring across a variety of cultures by psychiatrists in multiple countries. Our results provide a rational basis for study of the existence and epidemiology of hikikomori in clinical or community populations in international settings. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-15DOI 10.1007/s00127-011-0411-7Authors Takahiro A. Kato, Department of Neuropsychiatry, Graduate School of Medical Sciences, Kyushu University, 3-1-1 Maidashi Higashi-ku, Fukuoka, 812-8582 JapanMasaru Tateno, Department of Neuropsychiatry, Sapporo Medical University, Sapporo, JapanNaotaka Shinfuku, School of Human Sciences, Seinan Gakuin University, Fukuoka, JapanDaisuke Fujisawa, Psycho-Oncology Division, Research Center for Innova... Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4968311 Fri, 24 Jun 2011 16:11:43 +0100 4968311 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4968312&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fy54t534t35637371%2F Conclusions  The AQ-27-I is a reliable measure to assess stigmatizing attitudes in Italian. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-7DOI 10.1007/s00127-011-0407-3Authors Luca Pingani, Department of Psychiatry, International Doctorate School in Clinical and Experimental Medicine, University of Modena and Reggio Emilia, Policlinico di Modena, 71 Via del Pozzo, 41124 Modena, MO, ItalyMatilde Forghieri, Department of Psychiatry, University of Modena and Reggio Emilia, Policlinico di Modena, 71 Via del Pozzo, 41124 Modena, MO, ItalySilvia Ferrari, Department of Psychiatry, University of Modena and Reggio Emilia, Policlinico di Modena, 71 Via del Pozzo, 41124 Modena, MO, ItalyDror Ben-Zeev, Dartmouth Psychiatric Research Center, Dartmouth Medical School, Rivermill Commercial Cente... Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4968312 Tue, 21 Jun 2011 18:00:17 +0100 4968312 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4952570&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fb48r5322kp88463x%2F Conclusions  Rescue workers in general have a pooled current prevalence of PTSD that is much higher than that of the general population. Ambulance personnel and rescuers from Asia may be more susceptible to PTSD. These results indicate the need for improving pre-employment strategies to select the most resilient individuals for rescue work, to implement continuous preventive measures for personnel, and to promote educational campaigns about PTSD and its therapeutic possibilities. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-11DOI 10.1007/s00127-011-0408-2Authors William Berger, Institute of Psychiatry, Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro (IPUB-UFRJ), Rua Almirante Saddock de Sá, 290/402 Ipanema, Rio de Janeiro, RJ 22411-040, BrazilEvandro Silva Freire Coutinho, Departmen... Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4952570 Fri, 17 Jun 2011 10:57:28 +0100 4952570 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4952571&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fj74ug4546x552234%2F Conclusions  By following a group of respondents who were not unemployed over time, we showed that poor mental health predicted subsequent unemployment. On average, men and women who experienced symptoms of common mental disorders spent greater time over the next 4 years unemployed than those with better mental health but there were sex differences in the nature of this effect. These findings highlight the importance of mental health in the design and delivery of employment and welfare policy. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-9DOI 10.1007/s00127-011-0409-1Authors Peter Butterworth, Centre for Mental Health Research, The Australian National University, Canberra, ACT 0200, AustraliaLiana S. Leach, Centre for Mental Health Research, The Australian National Univ... Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4952571 Fri, 17 Jun 2011 10:57:27 +0100 4952571 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4952572&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fr43404012877p633%2F Conclusions  Associations between lottery sales and suicide numbers differed according to the nature of the lottery. A low-prize, low-publicity system appeared to be more benign than a high-prize, high-publicity one. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-5DOI 10.1007/s00127-011-0410-8Authors Vincent Chin-Hung Chen, Department of Psychiatry, Chung Shan Medical University Hospital, Taichung, TaiwanRobert Stewart, Institute of Psychiatry, King’s College London, London, UKCharles Tzu-Chi Lee, Department of Public Health, Kaohsiung Medical University, No. 100, Shihcyuan 1st Rd., Sanmin District, Kaohsiung City, 80708 Taiwan Journal Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric EpidemiologyOnline ISSN 1433-9285Print ISSN 0933-7954 (Source: Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epide... Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4952572 Fri, 17 Jun 2011 10:57:26 +0100 4952572 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4933719&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fv1xu6j8q83020024%2F Conclusions  In the PERU MIGRANT study, we did not observe a difference in the prevalence of common mental disorders, cognitive and structural social capital between migrant and urban groups. This pattern of associations was also similar in rural and urban groups, except that a higher prevalence ratio of structural social capital was observed in the rural group. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-7DOI 10.1007/s00127-011-0404-6Authors Christian Loret de Mola, CRONICAS, Centro de Excelencia en Enfermedades Crónicas, Universidad Peruana Cayetano Heredia, Av. Armendáriz 497, 2do Piso, Miraflores, Lima 18, PeruSanja Stanojevic, CRONICAS, Centro de Excelencia en Enfermedades Crónicas, Universidad Peruana Cayetano Heredia, Av. Armendáriz 497, 2do Piso, Miraflores, Lima... Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4933719 Sun, 12 Jun 2011 06:01:56 +0100 4933719 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4933721&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F4638q210470v7l26%2F Discussion  The higher rate of early dropout in general medical care may be related to the brevity of general medical visits and/or the inexperience of primary care physicians, which limits the opportunity to develop patient–physician rapport. Providers of services will have to promote education programs for GPs and allocate proper time to psychiatric patients. Limitation  The sample, although based on a national representative cohort, was small and limited the number of independent variables that could be examined. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-7DOI 10.1007/s00127-011-0402-8Authors Yaacov Lerner, Falk Institute For Mental Health Studies, Kfar Shaul Hospital, Givat Shaul, 91060 Jerusalem, IsraelDaphna Levinson, Mental Health Services, Mini... Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4933721 Sun, 12 Jun 2011 06:01:55 +0100 4933721 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4933720&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fc02q148444456171%2F Conclusions  Neighborhood deprivation was related to peer problems even at preschool age. Although the effect of neighborhood deprivation on externalizing problems was mediated by family poverty and parental socio-economic position and although its effect on internalizing problems was mediated by parental mental health, its effect on difficulties with peers was independent of both parental and child characteristics. Cognitive ability moderated the effect of neighborhood deprivation on preschoolers’ peer relationships difficulties. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-8DOI 10.1007/s00127-011-0406-4Authors Eirini Flouri, Department of Psychology and Human Development, Institute of Education, University of London, 25 Woburn Square, London, WC1H 0AA UKStella Mavroveli... Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4933720 Sun, 12 Jun 2011 06:01:55 +0100 4933720 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4933722&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Ft634j76853k8m221%2F Conclusion  Perinatal and family composition factors have a broad influence on mental health outcomes. These data suggest that the existence of younger, as well as elder siblings may be important. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-9DOI 10.1007/s00127-011-0405-5Authors Daniel Vincent Riordan, West Cork Mental Health Services, HSE, Bantry Hospital, Bantry, Co Cork, IrelandCarole Morris, NHS Scotland Information Services Division, Edinburgh, Scotland, UKJoanne Hattie, NHS Scotland Information Services Division, Edinburgh, Scotland, UKCameron Stark, Centre for Rural Health Research and Policy, Inverness, Scotland, UK Journal Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric EpidemiologyOnline ISSN 1433-9285Print ISSN 0933-7954 (Source: Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiol... Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4933722 Sat, 11 Jun 2011 06:04:37 +0100 4933722 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4921185&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fb64j25324r142h0v%2F Conclusion  From a prediction model using a 4-year nationwide ED database, ED visits for suicide attempts or self injury increased following the announcements of celebrity suicides. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-9DOI 10.1007/s00127-011-0403-7Authors Joo Jeong, Department of Emergency Medicine, Seoul National University College of Medicine, 101 Daehakro, Chongno-Gu, Seoul, 110-744 KoreaSang Do Shin, Department of Emergency Medicine, Seoul National University College of Medicine, 101 Daehakro, Chongno-Gu, Seoul, 110-744 KoreaHo Kim, Department of Biostatistics, Seoul National University Graduate School of Public Health, Seoul, KoreaYun Chul Hong, Department of Preventive Medicine, Seoul National University College of Medicine, Seoul, KoreaSeung Sik Hwang, Departme... Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4921185 Wed, 08 Jun 2011 05:48:11 +0100 4921185 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4921186&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fel55718687184140%2F Conclusion  An association between SPD and ED use among US young adults is established in this study. Attempts to decrease excess ED use and the development of strategies to improve mental health among young adults are needed to improve patient health and reduce the health-care burden of high costs and deteriorating ED care quality. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-9DOI 10.1007/s00127-011-0401-9Authors Min-Ting Lin, Boston University School of Public Health, Boston, MA, USAJames F. Burgess, Boston University School of Public Health, Boston, MA, USAKathleen Carey, Boston University School of Public Health, Boston, MA, USA Journal Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric EpidemiologyOnline ISSN 1433-9285Print ISSN 0933-7954 (Source: Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric... Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4921186 Sun, 05 Jun 2011 05:44:59 +0100 4921186 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4902134&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F21vj0227n5467h42%2F Conclusion  The association between age and depression has to take cohort membership into account. Cohort replacement effects explain the increase in depression in Belgium. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-13DOI 10.1007/s00127-011-0398-0Authors Marie-Christine Brault, Department of Sociology, University of Montreal, C.P. 6128, Succ. Centre-Ville, Montréal, QC H3C 3J7, CanadaBart Meuleman, Centre for Sociological Research, Katholieke Universiteit Leuven, Parkstraat 45, Box 3601, 3000 Leuven, BelgiumPiet Bracke, Department of Sociology, Ghent University, Korte Meer 5, 9000 Ghent, Belgium Journal Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric EpidemiologyOnline ISSN 1433-9285Print ISSN 0933-7954 (Source: Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology) Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4902134 Wed, 01 Jun 2011 06:00:27 +0100 4902134 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4902135&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fq22nm7478l036758%2F Conclusions  Labelling a disorder accurately does predict a preference for recommended sources of help and a belief in the helpfulness of recommended treatments. Importantly, it is also apparent that some commonly used lay labels cannot do this and indeed may limit appropriate help-seeking and treatment acceptance. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-10DOI 10.1007/s00127-011-0399-zAuthors Annemarie Wright, Orygen Youth Health Research Centre, Centre for Youth Mental Health, The University of Melbourne, Locked Bag 10, Parkville, VIC 3052, AustraliaAnthony F. Jorm, Orygen Youth Health Research Centre, Centre for Youth Mental Health, The University of Melbourne, Locked Bag 10, Parkville, VIC 3052, AustraliaAndrew J. Mackinnon, Orygen Youth Health Research Centre, Centre... Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4902135 Mon, 30 May 2011 16:51:15 +0100 4902135 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4902136&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F81170747855k3125%2F Conclusion  Spatial microsimulation may be an appropriate methodological approach for replicating social and demographic health patterns at the local level. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-11DOI 10.1007/s00127-011-0376-6Authors Mylène Riva, Department of Geography, Institute of Hazards, Risk and Resilience, Durham University, Science Laboratories, South Road, Durham, DH1 3LE UKDianna M. Smith, School of Geography, Queen Mary, University of London, Mile End Road, London, E1 4NS UK Journal Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric EpidemiologyOnline ISSN 1433-9285Print ISSN 0933-7954 (Source: Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology) Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4902136 Mon, 30 May 2011 16:51:14 +0100 4902136 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4902137&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F0027xj6n7v5784n1%2F Conclusion  The high prevalence of depressive symptoms among Egyptian students found in this study call attention to the need for a student counseling service offering mental health support. This service should particularly discover an approach for low affluence students. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-11DOI 10.1007/s00127-011-0400-xAuthors Ahmed K. Ibrahim, Community Health School, Faculty of Medicine, Assiut University, Assiut, EgyptShona J. Kelly, Social Epidemiology Unit, Division of Health Sciences, Centre for Intergenerational Health Research, University of South Australia, City East Campus, Adelaide, AustraliaCris Glazebrook, Division of Psychiatry, Community Health Sciences School, A Floor, South Block, Queens Medical Centre, University of Nottingham, No... Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4902137 Mon, 30 May 2011 16:51:10 +0100 4902137 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4902138&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fd582158413633p14%2F Conclusions  Strong correlations among the self-reported PAM scales suggest that self-reported attachment in specific therapeutic relationships is consistent with self-reported attachment in general relationships. The self-ratings were not consistently correlated with informant-ratings and team informant ratings were particularly poorly correlated with self-ratings. This suggests that it is vital that teams consult service users themselves when making decisions about their care. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-9DOI 10.1007/s00127-011-0388-2Authors Robert Arbuckle, School of Psychological Sciences, University of Manchester, 2nd Floor Zochonis Building, Brunswick Street, Manchester, M13 9PL UKKatherine Berry, School of Psychological Sciences, University of Manches... Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4902138 Fri, 27 May 2011 17:48:37 +0100 4902138 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4902139&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fg0m0224047m5x35j%2F Conclusions  Self-stigma is a stable construct in the short term, and is distinct from related constructs such as discrimination experiences and psychological distress. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-7DOI 10.1007/s00127-011-0396-2Authors Paul H. Lysaker, Roudebush VA Medical Center, Day Hospital 116H, 1481 West 10th St, Indianapolis, IN 46202, USAChloe Tunze, Department of Psychology, Indiana University Purdue University at Indianapolis, Indianapolis, IN, USAPhilip T. Yanos, Psychology Department, John Jay College of Criminal Justice, CUNY, 445 W. 59th St., New York, NY 10019, USADavid Roe, Department of Community Mental Health, Faculty of Social Welfare and Health Science, University of Haifa, Haifa, IsraelJamie Ringer, Roudebush VA Medical Center, Day Hospital... Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4902139 Sat, 21 May 2011 23:22:14 +0100 4902139 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4902140&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F4638767280k24553%2F Abstract Introduction  Gender differences in suicide completion rates have been attributed to the differences in lethality of suicide methods chosen by men and women, but few empirical studies have investigated factors other than demographic characteristics that might explain this differential. Methods  Data from the 621 suicides in Summit County, Ohio during 1997–2006 were disaggregated by gender to compare known correlates of suicide risk on three methods of suicide—firearm, hanging and drug poisoning. Results  Compared to women, men who completed suicide with firearms were more likely to be married and committed the act at home. Unmarried men were likelier to hang themselves than married men, but unmarried women were less likely t... Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4902140 Sat, 21 May 2011 23:05:54 +0100 4902140 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4862270&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F90260jn497473463%2F Conclusions  Researchers and clinicians should assess substance-facilitated rape tactics and attend to comorbidity among rape victims. Empirically supported treatments are needed to address the complex presentations observed among women with variant rape histories. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-10DOI 10.1007/s00127-011-0397-1Authors Heidi M. Zinzow, Department of Psychology, Clemson University, 418 Brackett Hall, Clemson, SC 29634, USAHeidi S. Resnick, National Crime Victims Research and Treatment Center, Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, Medical University of South Carolina, Charleston, SC, USAJenna L. McCauley, National Crime Victims Research and Treatment Center, Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, Medical University of South Car... Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4862270 Fri, 20 May 2011 16:03:39 +0100 4862270 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4862271&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fq113hx41878nx1x9%2F Conclusions  The study confirmed previously hypothesised and two new subtypes of psychopathy within the general population. This prototypical classification may compliment existing typologies during clinical assessment following further refinement. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-13DOI 10.1007/s00127-011-0395-3Authors Jeremy Coid, Forensic Psychiatry Research Unit, Wolfson Institute for Preventive Medicine, Queen Mary University of London, London, UKMark Freestone, Forensic Psychiatry Research Unit, Wolfson Institute for Preventive Medicine, Queen Mary University of London, London, UKSimone Ullrich, Forensic Psychiatry Research Unit, Wolfson Institute for Preventive Medicine, Queen Mary University of London, London, UK Journal Social Psychiatry and Psychiat... Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4862271 Fri, 20 May 2011 16:03:38 +0100 4862271 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4852709&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F8087551875506570%2F Conclusions  If past trends continue, our results suggest that the increased population health and economic burden of comorbid diabetes and major depression could persist over the next decade or so. These trends have important implications for making health policy and resource allocation decisions. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-7DOI 10.1007/s00127-011-0394-4Authors Evan Atlantis, Royal Adelaide Hospital/Institute of Medical and Veterinary Science, SA Health, Government of South Australia, Adelaide, SA 5000, AustraliaRobert D. Goldney, Discipline of Psychiatry, The University of Adelaide, Adelaide, SA 5005, AustraliaKerena A. Eckert, School of Medicine, The University of Adelaide, Adelaide, SA 5005, AustraliaAnne W. Taylor, School of Medicine, The University of ... Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4852709 Wed, 18 May 2011 06:16:10 +0100 4852709 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4820608&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fg740947pmv8p5942%2F Conclusions  Active psychosis appears to predict natural mortality in people with schizophrenia. Mental health services should prioritise the effective treatment of psychosis. Further research is needed to clarify other risk factors and evaluate health promotion interventions. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-5DOI 10.1007/s00127-011-0392-6Authors Steve Brown, Hampshire Partnership NHS Foundation Trust, Cannon House, 6 Cannon Street, Shirley, Southampton, SO15 5PQ UKClemence Mitchell, School of Medicine, University of Southampton, Southampton, UK Journal Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric EpidemiologyOnline ISSN 1433-9285Print ISSN 0933-7954 (Source: Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology) Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4820608 Wed, 11 May 2011 06:26:56 +0100 4820608 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4820609&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fv3131434373360v6%2F Conclusions  Building social capital in deprived communities may be one way in which both mental health and educational outcomes could be improved. In particular, there is a need to focus on the family as a provider of support. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-13DOI 10.1007/s00127-011-0391-7Authors Catherine Rothon, Centre for Psychiatry, Queen Mary University of London, Barts and The London School of Medicine and Dentistry, Wolfson Institute of Preventive Medicine, Charterhouse Square, London, EC1M 6BQ UKLaura Goodwin, Psychological Medicine, Institute of Psychiatry, King’s College London, Weston Education Centre, 10 Cutcombe Road, London, SE5 9RJ UKStephen Stansfeld, Centre for Psychiatry, Queen Mary University of London, Barts and The London School of Medicine... Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4820609 Tue, 10 May 2011 05:51:47 +0100 4820609 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4813057&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F4733h31g2m800225%2F Conclusions  A dramatic change in prevalence of illegal drug use and drug addiction among prisoners has taken place in the past 20 years. Recognizing this shift from alcohol to other intoxicants is important since drugs are illegal substances and thus tend to lead to involvement with the judicial sector, thus stigmatizing and deepening the spiral of marginalization. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-8DOI 10.1007/s00127-011-0390-8Authors Tomi Lintonen, Finnish Foundation for Alcohol Studies, Helsinki, FinlandYaira Obstbaum, Finnish Foundation for Alcohol Studies, Helsinki, FinlandJorma Aarnio, Prison Health Services, Helsinki, FinlandVirpi von Gruenewaldt, Prison Health Services, Helsinki, FinlandSirpa Hakamäki, Prison Health Services, Helsinki, FinlandJuha K�... Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4813057 Thu, 05 May 2011 16:36:36 +0100 4813057 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4788920&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F2l82q40v02653057%2F Conclusion  Alcohol use and mental distress are moderately associated with non-response, though probably not a major cause, as controlling for other variables weakened the associations. Nevertheless, the moderate but clear underrepresentation at the crude level of people with high alcohol consumption, abstainers and people with poor mental health should be taken into consideration when interpreting results from health surveys. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-12DOI 10.1007/s00127-011-0387-3Authors Fartein Ask Torvik, Division of Mental Health, Norwegian Institute of Public Health, Nydalen, P.O. Box 4404, 0403 Oslo, NorwayKamilla Rognmo, Division of Mental Health, Norwegian Institute of Public Health, Nydalen, P.O. Box 4404, 0403 Oslo, NorwayKristian Tambs, Divisi... Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4788920 Wed, 04 May 2011 14:52:50 +0100 4788920 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4788921&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fh665q17603p3l05r%2F Conclusions  The remarkably high rate of unemployment in this young, first-episode sample, and the evidence of associations between unemployment, greater symptomatology, and poorer functioning, argue for further research and development on supported employment programs for such patients. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-7DOI 10.1007/s00127-011-0386-4Authors Claire E. Ramsay, Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA, USATarianna Stewart, Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA, USAMichael T. Compton, Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, The George Washington School of Medicine and Health Sciences, 2150 Pennsylvania Avenue, N.W., Room #8-... Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4788921 Tue, 03 May 2011 19:46:36 +0100 4788921 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4788922&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fq8284u42x425p224%2F Conclusions  Secondary analyses of trials comparing two or more treatments allow factors that may moderate treatment response to be distinguished from more general prognostic indicators, although caution is needed in interpreting such exploratory analyses. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-7DOI 10.1007/s00127-011-0389-1Authors Katherine S. Button, School of Social and Community Medicine, Academic Unit of Psychiatry, University of Bristol, Oakfield House, 15-23 Oakfield Grove, Bristol, BS8 2BN UKNicola J. Wiles, School of Social and Community Medicine, Academic Unit of Psychiatry, University of Bristol, Oakfield House, 15-23 Oakfield Grove, Bristol, BS8 2BN UKGlyn Lewis, School of Social and Community Medicine, Academic Unit of Psychiatry, University of Bristol, Oakf... Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4788922 Tue, 03 May 2011 19:46:33 +0100 4788922 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4780198&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F53l5j7763k00hxkw%2F Conclusions  Reporting of depressive episodes diminishes with time, suggesting that retrospective assessment of such episodes may be vulnerable to inaccuracy. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-6DOI 10.1007/s00127-011-0385-5Authors Scott B. Patten, Department of Community Health Sciences, University of Calgary, 3rd Floor, TRW, 3280 Hospital Drive NW, Calgary, T2N 4Z6 CanadaJeanne V. A. Williams, Department of Community Health Sciences, University of Calgary, 3rd Floor, TRW, 3280 Hospital Drive NW, Calgary, T2N 4Z6 CanadaDina H. Lavorato, Department of Community Health Sciences, University of Calgary, 3rd Floor, TRW, 3280 Hospital Drive NW, Calgary, T2N 4Z6 CanadaAndrew G. M. Bulloch, Department of Community Health Sciences, University of Calgary, 3rd Floor, TRW, 3280... Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4780198 Sat, 30 Apr 2011 23:40:38 +0100 4780198 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4780199&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fw28301r258524808%2F Conclusion  The present study confirms the findings from previous studies that childhood depression is a distinct diagnostic entity affecting a significant number of children and adolescents. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-6DOI 10.1007/s00127-011-0383-7Authors Sukanto Sarkar, Central Institute of Psychiatry, Kanke, Ranchi, Jharkhand 834006, IndiaVinod Kumar Sinha, Central Institute of Psychiatry, Kanke, Ranchi, Jharkhand 834006, IndiaSamir Kumar Praharaj, Department of Psychiatry, Kasturba Medical College, Manipal, Karnataka, India Journal Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric EpidemiologyOnline ISSN 1433-9285Print ISSN 0933-7954 (Source: Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology) Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4780199 Fri, 29 Apr 2011 15:47:06 +0100 4780199 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4780200&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fw5v40246l7803625%2F Conclusions  About one-third of the Korean adult population will meet the criteria for a DSM-IV psychiatric disorder at some time during their life. The median age of onset varies from disorder to disorder and younger cohorts appear to be at greater risk for most disorders. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-11DOI 10.1007/s00127-011-0381-9Authors Maeng Je Cho, Department of Psychiatry, Seoul National University College of Medicine and Hospital, Seoul, South KoreaSung Man Chang, Department of Psychiatry, Kyungpook National University Hospital and School of Medicine, 200 Dongduk-ro, Jung-Gu, Daegu 700-721, South KoreaBong-Jin Hahm, Department of Psychiatry, Seoul National University College of Medicine and Hospital, Seoul, South KoreaIn-Won Chung, Department of Neurop... Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4780200 Fri, 29 Apr 2011 05:43:15 +0100 4780200 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4780201&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fw31w425610p06619%2F Conclusion  Depression is a considerable burden on both society and the individual, especially in terms of incapacity to work. The Korean society should increase the public health effort to prevent and detect depression in order to ensure that appropriate treatment is provided. Such actions will lead to a significant reduction in the total burden resulting from depression. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-7DOI 10.1007/s00127-011-0382-8Authors Sung Man Chang, Department of Psychiatry, Kyungpook National University Hospital and School of Medicine, Daegu, South KoreaJin-Pyo Hong, Department of Psychiatry, Asan Medical Center, Ulsan University College of Medicine, Seoul, South KoreaMaeng Je Cho, Department of Psychiatry, Seoul National University Hospital and College ... Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4780201 Wed, 27 Apr 2011 16:34:09 +0100 4780201 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4770962&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Ffv61801414803312%2F Conclusions  Interventions focusing on teaching appropriate coping strategies would benefit carers. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-8DOI 10.1007/s00127-011-0384-6Authors Kerri Coomber, School of Psychology, Deakin University, Locked Bag 20000, Geelong, VIC 3220, AustraliaRoss M. King, Deakin University, Geelong, Australia Journal Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric EpidemiologyOnline ISSN 1433-9285Print ISSN 0933-7954 (Source: Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology) Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4770962 Sun, 24 Apr 2011 05:32:00 +0100 4770962 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4744757&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fh622450926547164%2F Conclusions  The ADHD phenotype was twice as prevalent among non-participants as among participants. Reported prevalences in population studies are therefore likely to be underestimates, if such attrition bias is not accounted for. Choice of informant, criteria for symptom count, definitions of subtypes and gender differences influence the prevalence estimates of the ADHD phenotype. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-7DOI 10.1007/s00127-011-0379-3Authors Anne Karin Ullebø, Centre for Child and Adolescent Mental Health, Unifob Health, Bergen, NorwayMaj-Britt Posserud, Centre for Child and Adolescent Mental Health, Unifob Health, Bergen, NorwayEinar Heiervang, Institute of Clinical Medicine, University of Oslo, Oslo, NorwayCarsten Obel, Department of Epidemiology, In... Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4744757 Sat, 16 Apr 2011 05:54:42 +0100 4744757 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4744756&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fr8110721j1412r46%2F Conclusion  Academic achievement and being bullied at school were the psychosocial factors most strongly associated with psychological distress among adolescents. Parental factors had an indirect effect on adolescent psychological distress, through adolescents’ psychosocial factors. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-12DOI 10.1007/s00127-011-0380-xAuthors Ingri Myklestad, Division of Mental Health, Department of Children and Adolescents, Norwegian Institute of Public Health (NIPH), P.O. Box 4404, Nydalen, 0403 Oslo, NorwayEspen Røysamb, Division of Mental Health, Norwegian Institute of Public Health (NIPH), P.O. Box 4404, Nydalen, 0403 Oslo, NorwayKristian Tambs, Division of Mental Health, Norwegian Institute of Public Health (NIPH), P.O. Box 4404, Nydalen, 0403 ... Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4744756 Sat, 16 Apr 2011 05:54:42 +0100 4744756 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4709054&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Ft080w5671131v26h%2F Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-4DOI 10.1007/s00127-011-0378-4Authors Paul Bebbington, Department of Mental Health Sciences, UCL, Charles Bell House, 67-73 Riding House Street, London, W1W 7EJ UK Journal Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric EpidemiologyOnline ISSN 1433-9285Print ISSN 0933-7954 (Source: Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology) Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4709054 Fri, 08 Apr 2011 07:06:54 +0100 4709054 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4696517&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F9103041375422625%2F Conclusions  The reporting of findings only about psychiatric symptoms is insufficient in studying the mental health of displaced and potentially traumatized populations living in low-income countries. Assessments of perceived needs and factors associated with disability give a more comprehensive understanding of the underlying needs among crisis populations, and this can inform intervention programs. Depression and anxiety should be treated effectively to avoid disability. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-7DOI 10.1007/s00127-011-0359-7Authors Suraj Bahadur Thapa, Division of Mental Health and Addiction, Institute of Clinical Medicine, University of Oslo, Oslo, NorwayEdvard Hauff, Division of Mental Health and Addiction, Institute of Clinical Medicine, University... Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4696517 Thu, 07 Apr 2011 17:07:35 +0100 4696517 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4696516&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F2r6412833j8338k3%2F Conclusions  The study suggests the need for implementation of strategies and policies focusing at population and family level to reduce the burden associated with externalizing behavior problems in preschool children in Sri Lanka and similar developing countries. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-6DOI 10.1007/s00127-011-0377-5Authors Diana Samarakkody, Department of Community Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, University of Colombo, Colombo 8, Sri LankaDulitha Fernando, Department of Community Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, University of Colombo, Colombo 8, Sri LankaRoderick McClure, Monash University Accident Research Centre, Monash University, Room 114, Building 70, Clayton, VIC 3800, AustraliaHemamali Perera, Department of Psychological Medicine, Faculty of Medicine... Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4696516 Thu, 07 Apr 2011 17:07:35 +0100 4696516 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4696518&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F1p21832043713080%2F Conclusions  These results suggest that gender differences in insomnia are explained, in the main, by gender differences in work and family characteristics. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-12DOI 10.1007/s00127-011-0370-zAuthors Eiji Yoshioka, Department of Public Health Sciences, Hokkaido University Graduate School of Medicine, Kita 15, Nishi 7, Kita-ku, Sapporo, 060-8638 JapanYasuaki Saijo, Department of Health Science, Asahikawa Medical College, Midorigaoka E2-1-1-1, Asahikawa, Hokkaido, 078-8510 JapanToshiko Kita, Department of Public Health Sciences, Hokkaido University Graduate School of Medicine, Kita 15, Nishi 7, Kita-ku, Sapporo, 060-8638 JapanHiroki Satoh, Department of Public Health Sciences, Hokkaido University Graduate School of Medicine, Kita 15, Nish... Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4696518 Thu, 07 Apr 2011 17:07:34 +0100 4696518 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4696519&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fg207453653gh51j3%2F Conclusions  Except in relation to conduct symptoms, dysregulation of morning cortisol levels seems unrelated to any psychiatric disorder or symptoms. However, the relationship between cortisol and conduct symptoms is moderated by both gender and mood symptoms. Findings are compatible with the recent work suggesting research should concentrate on the moderated associations between gender, internalising and externalising symptoms and cortisol, rather than any simple relationship. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-11DOI 10.1007/s00127-011-0374-8Authors Robert Young, MRC Social and Public Health Sciences Unit, 4 Lilybank Gardens, Glasgow, G12 8RZ UKHelen Sweeting, MRC Social and Public Health Sciences Unit, 4 Lilybank Gardens, Glasgow, G12 8RZ UKPatrick West, MRC Soc... Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4696519 Thu, 07 Apr 2011 17:07:33 +0100 4696519 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4693125&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fk91844248n321191%2F Conclusion  The present study demonstrated that in a population without previous registration with anxiety disorders, contentment with social relations and a range of beneficial psychological factors reduced the later risk of being hospitalized with anxiety disorders. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-11DOI 10.1007/s00127-011-0373-9Authors Trine Flensborg-Madsen, Research Programme on Lifestyle and Health, National Institute of Public Health, University of Southern Denmark, Øster Farimagsgade 5 1353, Copenhagen, DenmarkJanne Tolstrup, Research Programme on Lifestyle and Health, National Institute of Public Health, University of Southern Denmark, Øster Farimagsgade 5 1353, Copenhagen, DenmarkHolger Jelling Sørensen, Danish Epidemiology Science Center, Institute o... Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4693125 Wed, 06 Apr 2011 06:46:09 +0100 4693125 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4684065&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fv7273p25t711v46m%2F Conclusions  Poor mental and physical health predict workforce departure in mid-to-late adulthood, particularly early retirement. Strategies to accommodate health conditions in the workplace may reduce rates of early retirement and encourage people to remain at work into later adulthood. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-10DOI 10.1007/s00127-011-0375-7Authors Sarah C. Olesen, Centre for Mental Health Research, The Australian National University, Bldg 63, Eggleston Rd, Canberra, ACT 0200, AustraliaPeter Butterworth, Centre for Mental Health Research, The Australian National University, Bldg 63, Eggleston Rd, Canberra, ACT 0200, AustraliaBryan Rodgers, The Australian Demographic and Social Research Institute, The Australian National University, Canberra, ACT, Austral... Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4684065 Sun, 03 Apr 2011 05:46:18 +0100 4684065 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4684066&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fj18045g28p723t13%2F Conclusion  The results strongly suggest that the general population in South Lebanon suffer from mental health disorders calling for appropriate psychiatric interventions and development planning. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-11DOI 10.1007/s00127-011-0368-6Authors Laila F. Farhood, Psychiatry-Mental Health Nursing, Hariri School of Nursing, American University of Beirut, Beirut, LebanonHani Dimassi, School of Pharmacy, Lebanese American University, Jbeil, Lebanon Journal Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric EpidemiologyOnline ISSN 1433-9285Print ISSN 0933-7954 (Source: Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology) Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4684066 Fri, 01 Apr 2011 05:58:38 +0100 4684066 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4669982&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fc2864104u7716v2t%2F Conclusions  Taken together, these findings confirmed the importance of cognitive function in obtaining competitive employment. Our results also highlighted the independent role of general psychopathology and awareness of illness on occupational functioning in schizophrenia. Thus, a greater attention must be given to the systematic investigation of insight and general psychopathology in light of an amelioration of vocational functioning in stable schizophrenia. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-9DOI 10.1007/s00127-011-0367-7Authors Michela Giugiario, Department of Neuroscience, Psychiatric Section, University of Turin, Via Cherasco 11, 10126 Turin, ItalyBarbara Crivelli, Department of Neuroscience, Psychiatric Section, University of Turin, Via Cherasco 11, 10126 T... Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4669982 Wed, 30 Mar 2011 23:54:39 +0100 4669982 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4663958&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fx0u7l73q25u8q666%2F Conclusions  While it is possible that samples are representative of the populations from which they are derived, 12-month prevalence rate discrepancies between PATH and NSMHWB surveys are likely to originate from demographic and survey methodology differences. Where investigations employ different methodologies, especially in relation to modes of survey administration and the assessment items utilised, a cautious approach should be taken when comparing findings. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-8DOI 10.1007/s00127-011-0369-5Authors A. Kate Fairweather-Schmidt, School of Psychology, Freemasons Foundation Centre for Men’s Health, The University of Adelaide, Adelaide, SA 5005, AustraliaKaarin J. Anstey, Centre for Mental Health Research, The Australian National U... Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4663958 Tue, 29 Mar 2011 07:00:46 +0100 4663958 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4663960&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F6262823j1h68vw8g%2F Conclusions  With an appropriate algorithm, treatment prevalence and incidence of schizophrenia can be conveniently estimated using administrative data. These estimates are a vital step toward appropriate planning of services for schizophrenia. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-11DOI 10.1007/s00127-011-0371-yAuthors Alain Vanasse, Department of Family Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Université de Sherbrooke, 3001 12th Avenue North, Sherbrooke, QC J1H 5N4, CanadaJosiane Courteau, PRIMUS Group, Clinical Research Center (CHUS), Sherbrooke, QC CanadaMarie-Josée Fleury, Centre de recherche de la Division psychosociale, Institut Douglas, McGill University, Montreal, QC CanadaJean-Pierre Grégoire, URESP, Centre de recherche FRSQ du CHA universitaire de Québec, Quebec, Q... Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4663960 Tue, 29 Mar 2011 07:00:45 +0100 4663960 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4663959&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fe733872h1241lj72%2F Conclusions  Adjustment of work environments by reducing mental strenuousness and improving job satisfaction might help in prevention of mental health problems that account for a major part of the disease burden among employees. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-8DOI 10.1007/s00127-011-0372-xAuthors Mikko Laaksonen, Hjelt Institute, Department of Public Health, University of Helsinki, P.O. Box 41, 00014 Helsinki, FinlandTea Lallukka, Hjelt Institute, Department of Public Health, University of Helsinki, P.O. Box 41, 00014 Helsinki, FinlandEero Lahelma, Hjelt Institute, Department of Public Health, University of Helsinki, P.O. Box 41, 00014 Helsinki, FinlandTimo Partonen, National Institute for Health and Welfare (THL), Helsinki, Finland Journal Social Psychiat... Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4663959 Tue, 29 Mar 2011 07:00:45 +0100 4663959 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4577861&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F4p472482204p0r21%2F Conclusions  Schizophrenia is associated with a high suicidal risk, of which depressive and psychotic symptoms are the major correlates. Again, the present study confirms and extends previous research showing that dissatisfied SQOL, particularly dissatisfaction with social relationships, should be considered in the assessment of suicidal risk in outpatients with schizophrenia, even when accounting other possible confounding factor such as depression. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-10DOI 10.1007/s00127-011-0361-0Authors Yu-Chen Kao, Department of Psychiatry, Songshan Armed Forces General Hospital, No. 131, Jiankang RD., Songshan District, Taipei, 10581 Taiwan, Republic of ChinaYia-Ping Liu, Department of Physiology and Biophysics, National Defense Medical Center... Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4577861 Wed, 09 Mar 2011 16:48:19 +0100 4577861 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4577862&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fu56408011g728480%2F Conclusions  The risk factors and risk measures that have been found to be predictive in forensic samples are also predictive in acute mental health samples, although the effects are not as large. Future research needs to be conducted with a larger sample to include investigation of differences in risk factors based on gender and social support. Services and clinicians need to consider how to integrate findings into useful frameworks to support decisions and contribute to managing risk. This should assist in identifying interventions aimed at preventing community violence. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-11DOI 10.1007/s00127-011-0366-8Authors Michael Doyle, Community Based Medicine, Adult Forensic Mental Health Services, Greater Manchester West NHS Mental Healt... Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4577862 Wed, 09 Mar 2011 16:48:18 +0100 4577862 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4565755&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Ff020r26173m252q1%2F Conclusions  Depressive symptoms predict higher suicide risk in older Chinese in a dose–response pattern. These associations were not attenuated by adjustment for health status, suggesting that depressive symptoms in older people are likely to be an independent causal factor for suicide. The GDS score showed no threshold in predicting suicide risk, suggesting that older people with low GDS scores deserve further attention and those with very high scores need urgent intervention. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-10DOI 10.1007/s00127-011-0362-zAuthors Wen Jie Sun, Department of Community Medicine, School of Public Health, The University of Hong Kong, 21 Sassoon Road, Pokfulam, Hong Kong SAR, ChinaLin Xu, Department of Community Medicine, School of Public Health, ... Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4565755 Mon, 07 Mar 2011 17:02:13 +0100 4565755 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4565756&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fx1634h2262644l81%2F Conclusions  Several levels of evidence suggest that the association between depression and CVD mortality is partially mediated by prevalent/incident chronic medical conditions, as well as unhealthy lifestyle behaviors. Patients presenting with clinically significant depressive symptoms, particularly if persistent, should be assessed for both chronic conditions and lifestyle risk factors. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-11DOI 10.1007/s00127-011-0365-9Authors Evan Atlantis, Royal Adelaide Hospital, Institute of Medical and Veterinary Science, South Australia Health, Government of South Australia, Adelaide, AustraliaZumin Shi, School of Medicine, The University of Adelaide, Adelaide, SA AustraliaBrenda J. W. H. Penninx, Department of Psychiatry, EMGO Institute of H... Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4565756 Mon, 07 Mar 2011 17:02:12 +0100 4565756 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4565757&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fev4w60u93up1371n%2F Conclusions  The SCIPS is a promising tool with which to sub-group patients with schizophrenia according to this recently developed classification scheme. The semi-structured interview achieves acceptable inter-rater and test–retest reliability and concurrent validity. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-18DOI 10.1007/s00127-011-0357-9Authors Yoshihiro Kinoshita, Department of Psychiatry, Shinshu University School of Medicine, 3-1-1 Asahi, Matsumoto, Nagano, 390-8621 JapanDavid Kingdon, Department of Psychiatry, University of Southampton, Southampton, UKKuni Kinoshita, Department of Psychiatry, Shinshu University School of Medicine, 3-1-1 Asahi, Matsumoto, Nagano, 390-8621 JapanSheeba Sarafudheen, Hampshire Partnership Trust, Southampton, UKDeepa Umadi, Hampshire Pa... Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4565757 Mon, 07 Mar 2011 17:02:11 +0100 4565757 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4565758&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fw3h6q858v4t27277%2F Conclusion  Providing students the opportunity to have contact with consumers with a mental illness in a safe, educational setting led to decreases in stigma, the fostering of empathy and self-reported behavior changes in practice. Sharing personal stories about mental illness is a powerful tool to decrease mental health stigma and may be an important aspect of a person’s recovery from mental illness. Contact with mental health consumers in an educational setting is recommended, particularly for future health care professionals. Appropriate training and support of consumers is crucial to ensure the experience is positive for all involved. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-7DOI 10.1007/s00127-011-0364-xAuthors Claire L. O’Reilly, Faculty of Pharmacy, The Univ... Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4565758 Mon, 07 Mar 2011 17:02:10 +0100 4565758 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4560046&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F7315v07113843896%2F Conclusions  In light of these findings, we believe that the ICS-T is a valid and reliable instrument for the assessment of illness concepts in research and clinical settings. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-10DOI 10.1007/s00127-011-0363-yAuthors Yu-Chen Kao, Department of Psychiatry, Songshan Armed Forces General Hospital, No. 131, Jiankang RD., Songshan District, Taipei, 10581 Taiwan, Republic of ChinaYia-Ping Liu, Department of Physiology and Biophysics, National Defense Medical Center, No.161, Section 6, Min-Chuan East Road, Taipei, 114 Taiwan, Republic of ChinaMing-Kuen Chou, Department of Psychiatry, Songshan Armed Forces General Hospital, No. 131, Jiankang RD., Songshan District, Taipei, 10581 Taiwan, Republic of ChinaTsung-Hsing Cheng, Department of Family... Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4560046 Fri, 04 Mar 2011 10:50:14 +0100 4560046 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4560047&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fn2242v7h08lq1734%2F Conclusions  Causality has not been fully established, but these results suggest that beliefs about mental health problems may have a direct impact on outcome, and point towards possible targets for intervention, such as challenging illness-related appraisals. This is consistent with both general cognitive models of psychosis, and Cognitive Behaviour Therapy for this client group. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-7DOI 10.1007/s00127-011-0360-1Authors Kate Theodore, Department of Psychology, Royal Holloway University of London, Egham, Surrey TW20 0EX, UKSonia Johnson, Department of Mental Health Sciences, University College London, 3rd Floor Charles Bell House, 67-73 Riding House Street, London, W1W 7EJ UKAnna Chalmers-Brown, Department of Mental Health Sciences, U... Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4560047 Fri, 04 Mar 2011 10:50:12 +0100 4560047 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4540432&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fr067501433wx34l1%2F Conclusions  These results, in contrast to a recently published report, show that the NESARC data are consistent with the consensus view on mental disorder and violence: there is a statistically significant, yet modest relationship between SMI (within 12 months) and violence, and a stronger relationship between SMI with substance use disorder and violence. These results also highlight the importance of premorbid conditions, and other contemporaneous clinical factors, in violent behavior. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-17DOI 10.1007/s00127-011-0356-xAuthors Richard Van Dorn, University of South Florida, Tampa, USAJan Volavka, Department of Psychiatry, New York University School of Medicine, New York, NY USANorman Johnson, U. S. Census Bureau, Washington, DC... Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4540432 Fri, 25 Feb 2011 17:57:20 +0100 4540432 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4540433&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fp618181u74082362%2F Conclusions  This paper has demonstrated the relationship between low-income, financial pressure, less than optimal safety and control, and high-psychological distress. It is important that the groups highlighted as vulnerable be targeted in policy, planning, and health promotion and prevention campaigns. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-9DOI 10.1007/s00127-011-0354-zAuthors Anne W. Taylor, Population Research and Outcome Studies, The University of Adelaide, Level 3, 122 Frome Street, Adelaide, SA 5000, AustraliaCatherine Chittleborough, School of Social Medicine, University of Bristol, Senate House, Tyndall Avenue, Bristol, BS8 1TH UKTiffany K. Gill, Population Research and Outcome Studies, The University of Adelaide, Level 3, 122 Frome Street, Adelaide, SA 5000,... Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4540433 Thu, 24 Feb 2011 17:20:03 +0100 4540433 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4540434&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Ff428w07l44882854%2F Conclusions  The pathways to depression-specific treatment for persons diagnosed with moderate and severe depression need to be improved. Training for physicians, stepped care approaches, psycho-education for patients and anti-stigma campaigns are possible measures to reach this goal. The knowledge on individual characteristics that influence receiving a depression-specific treatment is important to target the groups at increased risk for under-treatment. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-12DOI 10.1007/s00127-011-0355-yAuthors Stefanie Boenisch, Department of Psychiatry and Psychotherapy, University of Leipzig, Semmelweisstr. 10, 04103 Leipzig, GermanyRueya-Daniela Kocalevent, Department of Psychiatry and Psychotherapy, University of Leipzig, Semmelweisstr. 10, 04... Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4540434 Thu, 24 Feb 2011 17:20:02 +0100 4540434 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4540435&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F138n13h2357274v9%2F Conclusions  Relatives, who perceive individuals with a psychotic disorder to be limited in their ability to interpersonal relationships and limited in their ability to activate in everyday life, are more likely to perceive a higher burden. Even though staff and relatives mainly agree on the patients’ functional ability, they often differ in ratings regarding patients’ social acceptability and ability to activate in everyday life. This should be worth considering in clinical practice as well as in future research. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-7DOI 10.1007/s00127-011-0358-8Authors Fredrik Hjärthag, Department of Psychology, Karlstad University, 651 88 Karlstad, SwedenLars Helldin, Department of Psychology, Karlstad University, 651 88 Karlstad, SwedenAnna-... Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4540435 Thu, 24 Feb 2011 07:11:22 +0100 4540435 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4501467&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F2p615241016g7717%2F Conclusions  Findings underscore the importance of considering the timing of obstetric complications and offspring sex in investigations of the impact of fetal and perinatal hypoxia on offspring’s outcomes throughout the life course. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-10DOI 10.1007/s00127-011-0353-0Authors Michael Anastario, Division of Women’s Health, Department of Medicine, Connors Center for Women’s Health and Gender Biology, Brigham and Women’s Hospital (BWH), One Brigham Circle, 3rd Floor, 1620 Tremont Street, Boston, MA 02120, USACarolyn M. Salafia, New York University, New York, NY USAGarrett Fitzmaurice, McLean Hospital, Belmont, MA USAJill M. Goldstein, Division of Women’s Health, Department of Medicine, Connors Center for Women’s Health and Gend... Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4501467 Thu, 17 Feb 2011 08:01:43 +0100 4501467 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4464378&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fr059p44n372uk326%2F Conclusions  Conceivably, the lower rate of completed suicide among Muslim-Israelis might be explained by the strenuous proscription of suicide by the Koran. However, its extension to suicide attempts is equivocal: attempts were higher among Muslims than among Jews according to self-reports but lower in the NERAD records. Social pressures exerted on the reporting agents may bias the diagnosis of self-harm in both the latter data source and in the death certificates. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-7DOI 10.1007/s00127-010-0307-yAuthors Gilad Gal, Mental Health Epidemiology & Psychosocial Aspects of Illness, Sheba Medical Center, Tel Hashomer, IsraelNehama Goldberger, Health Information Department, Ministry of Health, Jerusalem, IsraelAhmed Kabaha, Israel Center f... Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4464378 Tue, 08 Feb 2011 21:40:57 +0100 4464378 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4441913&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fdu47n6188m876332%2F Conclusion  Inequality in mental health morbidity between and within ethnic groups is at least partly linked to income, and thus to employment and education. Tackling disadvantage and discrimination in these areas could help to tackle the challenge of mental ill-health. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-9DOI 10.1007/s00127-011-0345-0Authors Roshni Mangalore, Department of Social Policy, London School of Economics and Political Science, Houghton Street, London, WC2A 2AE UKMartin Knapp, Personal Social Services Research Unit, London School of Economics and Political Science, Houghton Street, London, WC2A 2AE UK Journal Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric EpidemiologyOnline ISSN 1433-9285Print ISSN 0933-7954 (Source: Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology) Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4441913 Fri, 04 Feb 2011 09:20:22 +0100 4441913 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4441916&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F470367xl227x6322%2F Conclusion  The findings of this study revealed that depression was more prevalent in the Qatari population than anxiety disorders. Women were likelier than men to have depression and anxiety disorders. The high-risk groups of depression and anxiety disorders were female gender, being married, middle aged, and highly educated. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-8DOI 10.1007/s00127-011-0349-9Authors Abdulbari Bener, Department of Medical Statistics and Epidemiology, Hamad General Hospital, Hamad Medical Corporation and Weill Cornell Medical College, PO Box 3050, Doha, QatarSuhaila Ghuloum, Department of Psychiatry, Hamad Medical Corporation, Doha, QatarMohammed T. Abou-Saleh, Division of Mental Health, St George’s, University of London, Cranmer Terrace, London, UK ... Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4441916 Fri, 04 Feb 2011 09:20:20 +0100 4441916 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4441915&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fl4327j7631041711%2F This study investigates the relationship between emotional support and negative interaction with family members on lifetime major depressive disorder among African Americans and Caribbean Blacks. Method  Cross-sectional epidemiologic data from the National Survey of American Life and multivariable logistic regression analyses were used to predict lifetime history of major depressive disorder and to examine the effect of perceived emotional support and negative interaction on major depressive disorder among 3,570 African Americans and 1,621 Caribbean Blacks aged 18 and older. Results  Multivariate analyses found that perceived emotional support was associated with lower odds of MDD for African Americans and Caribbean Blacks. Negative interaction wi... Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4441915 Fri, 04 Feb 2011 09:20:20 +0100 4441915 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4441914&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fl083424q520562k5%2F Conclusions   Available evidence suggests that methodological factors are largely responsible for differences in ASD prevalence across studies. The much discussed increase in prevalence in ASD has been observed worldwide, suggesting that the refinement of diagnostic methodology and/or broadening diagnostic concept is not limited to Western countries. Within individual countries, only in the US has the influence of ethnicity upon ASD prevalence been examined in depth. In the US, children of Hispanic descent have the lowest prevalence of ASD, while Whites tend to have the highest prevalence of ASD. Hypothesized etiological factors for such prevalence differences include methodological factors, socioeconomic variables, and bias. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-4DOI... Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4441914 Fri, 04 Feb 2011 09:20:20 +0100 4441914 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4441917&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F41657ml3625x6626%2F Conclusions  Nonparental preschool care showed little association with generalized psychopathology but may be associated with hyperactivity and inattention problems. Replication of these findings in prospective studies is required. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-9DOI 10.1007/s00127-011-0351-2Authors Holan Liang, Institute of Psychiatry, King’s College London, London, UKAndrew Pickles, University of Manchester, Manchester, UKNicky Wood, Institute of Psychiatry, King’s College London, London, UKEmily Simonoff, Institute of Psychiatry, King’s College London, London, UK Journal Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric EpidemiologyOnline ISSN 1433-9285Print ISSN 0933-7954 (Source: Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology) Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4441917 Fri, 04 Feb 2011 09:20:19 +0100 4441917 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4441919&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fvr8n04727166j514%2F Conclusions  Findings garnered from this study indicate that it is important to consider multiple measures of SEP in the prediction of depression among African Americans, and that the pattern of association between SEP and depression varies according to sex. Considering the paucity of studies that have explored the relationship between SEP and depression, additional research is needed to more firmly establish the relationship between SEP and depression. It is also important to consider stressors that may affect the relationship between SEP and depression among African Americans. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-9DOI 10.1007/s00127-011-0348-xAuthors Darrell L. Hudson, Center on Social Disparities in Health, Department of Family and Community Medicine, University ... Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4441919 Fri, 04 Feb 2011 03:32:52 +0100 4441919 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4441918&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F5732ng80hk72kr08%2F Conclusions  The Lombardy mental health system is strongly based on community care. However, it is reaching a turning point and it needs to be improved in some key areas: the shifting balance towards the care of common mental disorders, in the absence of resource allocations targeted to severely mentally ill, may hinder the system ability to deal with more disabled people. A focus on early intervention and an improvement of continuity of care for people with severe mental disorder, by strengthening community teams, is a priority. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-8DOI 10.1007/s00127-011-0352-1Authors Antonio Lora, Department of Mental Health, Desio Hospital, via Mazzini 1, Desio (Milan), ItalyAngelo Barbato, Epidemiology and Social Psychiatric Unit, Mario Negri I... Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4441918 Fri, 04 Feb 2011 03:32:52 +0100 4441918 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4441920&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F4446110043488407%2F Conclusion  Ethnic/cultural factors are strong determinants of service utilization for mood/anxiety, but not substance use disorders among Latinos in the US strategies to increase service utilization among Latinos with psychiatric disorders should be disorder specific, and recognize the role of ethnicity and identity as important components of a help-seeking model. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-12DOI 10.1007/s00127-010-0323-yAuthors K. M. Keyes, New York State Psychiatric Institute, 1051 Riverside Drive #123, New York, NY 10032, USAS. S. Martins, Department of Mental Health, Johns Hopkins Bloomberg, School of Public Health, Baltimore, MD USAM. L. Hatzenbuehler, Department of Psychology, Yale University, New Haven, CT USAC. Blanco, New York State Psychiatric Ins... Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4441920 Thu, 03 Feb 2011 20:42:41 +0100 4441920 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4441921&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F372673174xp02055%2F Conclusions  The results reinforce the relevance of physical IPV as a risk factor to PPD. They also suggest that context matters, partners’ alcohol misuse acting as an important effect modifier. These evidences justify tailored preventive, screening and intervention procedures for IPV and alcohol misuse during pregnancy and the postpartum period. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-12DOI 10.1007/s00127-011-0346-zAuthors Gustavo Lobato, Fernandes Figueira Institute, Oswaldo Cruz Foundation (FIOCRUZ), Rio de Janeiro, BrazilClaudia L. Moraes, Institute of Social Medicine, State University of Rio de Janeiro (UERJ), Rio de Janeiro, BrazilAlessandra S. Dias, Institute of Social Medicine, State University of Rio de Janeiro (UERJ), Rio de Janeiro, BrazilMichael E. Reichenh... Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4441921 Thu, 03 Feb 2011 20:42:39 +0100 4441921 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4441922&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F974114q578323201%2F Conclusions  Individuals with subthreshold OCD and OCS, not currently captured by DSM-IV OCD criteria, nevertheless show substantial comorbidity, impairment and health-care utilization. This should be taken into account in future conceptualization and classification of OCD and clinical care. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-11DOI 10.1007/s00127-010-0337-5Authors Yuki Adam, National Centre of Competence in Research “Swiss Etiological Study of Adjustment and Mental Health (sesam)”, University of Basel, Department of Psychology, Missionsstrasse 60/62, 4055 Basel, SwitzerlandGunther Meinlschmidt, National Centre of Competence in Research “Swiss Etiological Study of Adjustment and Mental Health (sesam)”, University of Basel, Department of Psychology, Missionsst... Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4441922 Thu, 03 Feb 2011 07:22:45 +0100 4441922 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4441923&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fg4r10x02118x1417%2F Conclusions  Arab Americans may be at risk for anxiety and depression. Further studies should be conducted to replicate and validate these results, identify stressors that affect this population, and develop recommendations for clinical interventions. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-10DOI 10.1007/s00127-011-0341-4Authors Mona M. Amer, The American University in Cairo, Cairo, EgyptJoseph D. Hovey, Program for the Study of Immigration and Mental Health, The University of Toledo, Toledo, OH USA Journal Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric EpidemiologyOnline ISSN 1433-9285Print ISSN 0933-7954 (Source: Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology) Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4441923 Thu, 03 Feb 2011 07:22:43 +0100 4441923 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4441924&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F07674w4407001707%2F Conclusion  The findings provide evidence for the importance of the psychiatric hospital in suicide prevention. About half of the admissions were related to suicidality and the similar risk profiles found in suicidal ideators and suicidal attempters indicate that it is the ideators who mostly need treatment that get admitted to the hospital, and should be evaluated and treated with equal concern as those who have attempted suicide. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-7DOI 10.1007/s00127-011-0343-2Authors Terje Øiesvold, Nordland Hospital, 8092 Bodø, NorwayTony Bakkejord, Nordland Hospital, 8092 Bodø, NorwayVidje Hansen, Department of Clinical Psychiatry, Institute of Clinical Medicine, University of Tromsø, Tromsø, NorwayMary Nivison, Psychiatric Department, Un... Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4441924 Thu, 03 Feb 2011 07:22:42 +0100 4441924 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4441926&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fy951t1504u53j085%2F Conclusions  Characteristics of AO teams do not explain long-term patient outcomes. Since recommended team characteristics are not effective new models of care should be developed and the process of care tested. Managing teams to implement evidence-based psychological interventions might improve outcomes. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-10DOI 10.1007/s00127-010-0338-4Authors T. S. Brugha, Department of Health Sciences, University of Leicester, Leicester, UKN. Taub, Department of Health Sciences, University of Leicester, Leicester, UKJ. Smith, Department of Health Sciences, University of Leicester, Leicester, UKZ. Morgan, Department of Health Sciences, University of Leicester, Leicester, UKT. Hill, Department of Health Sciences, University of Leicester, Leicester,... Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4441926 Tue, 01 Feb 2011 09:21:36 +0100 4441926 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4441925&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fy16175724l445418%2F Conclusion  The current findings replicate past research showing that immigrants, particularly from a social minority, as suggested by the social defeat-hypothesis, are at an increased risk of schizophrenia, and extend past findings to show that risk at least in Israel has decreased with time irrespective of sex. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-9DOI 10.1007/s00127-011-0342-3Authors Nomi Werbeloff, Bar Ilan University, Ramat Gan, IsraelStephen Z. Levine, Bar Ilan University, Ramat Gan, IsraelJonathan Rabinowitz, Bar Ilan University, Ramat Gan, Israel Journal Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric EpidemiologyOnline ISSN 1433-9285Print ISSN 0933-7954 (Source: Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology) Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4441925 Tue, 01 Feb 2011 09:21:36 +0100 4441925 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4405517&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F1627kklv214t7017%2F Conclusion  In the Dutch population aged 55–64, overall benzodiazepine use remained stable from 1992 to 2002, with a high proportion of long-term users, despite the effort to reduce benzodiazepine use and the renewal of the guidelines. More effort should be made to decrease prolonged benzodiazepine use in this middle-aged group, because of the increasing risks with ageing. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-9DOI 10.1007/s00127-011-0344-1Authors Caroline M. Sonnenberg, Department of Psychiatry of the VU Medical Centre, The Institute for Research in Extramural Medicine (EMGO) of the Vrije Universiteit Medical Centre, Valeriusplein 14, 1075 BH Amsterdam, The NetherlandsEllis J. M. Bierman, Department of Psychiatry of the VU Medical Centre, The Institute for Research ... Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4405517 Sat, 22 Jan 2011 20:11:23 +0100 4405517 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4382618&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F9033m7247u61208q%2F Conclusions  The lack of mental health impact may be because the mental health problems and dysfunction were not due to disorder, but were normal responses to struggles of daily living experienced by this community and not addressed by the intervention. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-13DOI 10.1007/s00127-011-0339-yAuthors Judith Bass, Department of Mental Health and Applied Mental Health Research Group, Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, 624 N. Broadway, Room 861, Baltimore, MD 21205, USABhava Poudyal, Rehabilitation Action for Torture Victims in Aceh (RATA), Bireuen, Aceh IndonesiaWietse Tol, Global Health Initiative, Yale University and HealthNet TPO, 34 Hillhouse Avenue, P.O. Box 208206, New Haven, CT 06520-8206, USALaura Murray, Department of In... Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4382618 Wed, 19 Jan 2011 09:37:00 +0100 4382618 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4360795&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fur46pp4160680320%2F Conclusions  The three job-related stress models are widely used in occupational health research. They are equally important in predicting depression and interact with each other. Improving work environment based on these models holds potentials to reduce the synergetic effects, therefore, improving employees’ mental health. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-9DOI 10.1007/s00127-011-0340-5Authors JianLi Wang, Department of Psychiatry, Faculty of Medicine, University of Calgary, Room 4D69, TRW Building, 3280 Hospital Dr. NW, Calgary, AB T2N 4Z6, CanadaElizabeth Smailes, Sauder School of Business, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, BC CanadaJitender Sareen, Department of Psychiatry, Faculty of Medicine, University of Manitoba, Manitoba, CanadaNorbert Schmitz... Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4360795 Fri, 14 Jan 2011 16:26:21 +0100 4360795 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4313827&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fa525j7294276m101%2F Conclusions  The stressful position of non-Western migrants in Dutch society has negative consequences on their mental health. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00127-010-0335-7Authors J. P. Selten, Rivierduinen Institute for Mental Health Care, Oegstgeest, The NetherlandsW. Laan, Julius Center for Health Sciences and Primary Care, University Medical Centre Utrecht, Utrecht, The NetherlandsR. Kupka, Altrecht Institute for Mental Health Care, Utrecht, The NetherlandsH. M. Smeets, Julius Center for Health Sciences and Primary Care, University Medical Centre Utrecht, Utrecht, The NetherlandsJ. van Os, Department of Psychiatry and Psychology, South Limburg Mental Health Research and Teaching Network, EURON, Maastricht University Medical Centre, Maastricht, The Netherl... Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4313827 Mon, 03 Jan 2011 18:01:38 +0100 4313827 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4304805&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F46j224nn2nr88292%2F Conclusion  This study shows that in the Netherlands mental disorders are prevalent. In about a decade, no clear change in mental health status was found. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00127-010-0334-8Authors Ron de Graaf, Netherlands Institute of Mental Health and Addiction, Da Costakade 45, 3521 VS Utrecht, The NetherlandsMargreet ten Have, Netherlands Institute of Mental Health and Addiction, Da Costakade 45, 3521 VS Utrecht, The NetherlandsCoen van Gool, Centre for Public Health Forecasting, National Institute for Public Health and Environment, Bilthoven, The NetherlandsSaskia van Dorsselaer, Netherlands Institute of Mental Health and Addiction, Da Costakade 45, 3521 VS Utrecht, The Netherlands Journal Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiolo... Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4304805 Fri, 31 Dec 2010 17:58:32 +0100 4304805 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4304804&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F4623t612u3106516%2F Conclusions  The similarity of most immigrant groups’ SARs across centres, and the correlation with suicidality in the countries of origin suggest a strong continuity that can be interpreted in either cultural or genetic terms. However, the generally higher rates among immigrants compared to host populations and the similarity of the rates of foreign-born and those immigrants who retained the citizenship of their country of origin point to difficulties in the acculturation and integration process. The positive correlation found between attempted and completed suicide rates suggests that the two are related, a fact with strong implications for suicide prevention. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00127-010-0336-6Authors Cendrine Bursztein Lipsicas, Nationa... Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4304804 Fri, 31 Dec 2010 17:58:32 +0100 4304804 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4294268&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fk80448x01g41185p%2F Conclusions  A clear dose–response relationship exists between the number of chronic physical problems and depressive symptoms. The relationship between multimorbidity and depression appears to be mediated via self-perceived health related quality of life. Primary care practitioners will identify more cases of depression if they focus on those with more than one chronic health problem, no matter what the problems may be, being especially aware in the group who rate their health as poor/fair. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00127-010-0330-zAuthors Jane M. Gunn, General Practice and Primary Health Care Academic Centre, The University of Melbourne, 200 Berkeley Street, Carlton, VIC 3053, AustraliaDarshini R. Ayton, General Practice and Primary Health Care Ac... Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4294268 Fri, 24 Dec 2010 07:06:25 +0100 4294268 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4288509&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F06822u880330170h%2F Conclusions  The review highlights the difficulties faced by veterinary surgeons that may contribute to poor mental wellbeing and suicidal behaviour. Future research might include further examination of the influence of euthanasia on attitudes towards suicide and more direct examination of the impact that occupational risk factors might have on suicidal behaviour. Suggestions about the review’s implications for suicide prevention in this group are also made. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00127-010-0328-6Authors Belinda Platt, Centre for Suicide Research, Department of Psychiatry, University of Oxford, Oxford, OX3 7JX UKKeith Hawton, Centre for Suicide Research, Department of Psychiatry, University of Oxford, Oxford, OX3 7JX UKSue Simkin, Centre for Suic... Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4288509 Wed, 22 Dec 2010 20:09:03 +0100 4288509 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4288510&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Ff3140n77x1166p27%2F Conclusions  Predictors of NHP may differ in old age groups. The fact that many predictors show inconsistent results as predictors of NHP in the international literature may be attributed to the lack of differentiation in age groups. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00127-010-0333-9Authors Melanie Luppa, Institute of Social Medicine, Occupational Health and Public Health, Public Health Research Unit, University of Leipzig, Leipzig, GermanySteffi G. Riedel-Heller, Institute of Social Medicine, Occupational Health and Public Health, University of Leipzig, Leipzig, GermanyTobias Luck, Institute of Social Medicine, Occupational Health and Public Health, Public Health Research Unit, University of Leipzig, Leipzig, GermanyBirgitt Wiese, Institute for Biometrics, Han... Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4288510 Wed, 22 Dec 2010 20:09:01 +0100 4288510 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4288511&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F7k4867p132027846%2F Conclusions  To our knowledge this is the first study assessing nationwide prevalence of the DP syndrome and uses longitudinal data to explore childhood risk factors for adult DP. The prevalence of adult DP was slightly lower than reported by other surveys. The study found that childhood anxiety was the only significant predictor of the adult DP syndrome, supporting the view that depersonalisation disorder forms part of the spectrum of responses to anxiety. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00127-010-0327-7Authors William E. Lee, King’s College London, Psychological Medicine, Institute of Psychiatry, Weston Education Centre, London, SE5 9RJ UKCharlie H. T. Kwok, King’s College London, School of Biomedical and Health Sciences, Strand, London, WC2R 2LS UKEl... Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4288511 Wed, 22 Dec 2010 20:08:59 +0100 4288511 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4272181&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fp331702m1k32t444%2F Conclusion  In addition to physical health problems, social factors and psychiatric difficulty are linked to and require attention in young people who are frequent attenders at primary care health services. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00127-010-0326-8Authors Mar Vila, Academic Unit of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, 3rd Floor QEQM Building, Imperial College, St.Mary’s Campus, Norfolk Place, London, W2 1PG UKTami Kramer, Academic Unit of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, 3rd Floor QEQM Building, Imperial College, St.Mary’s Campus, Norfolk Place, London, W2 1PG UKJordi E. Obiols, Department of Clinical and Health Psychology, Psychopathology and Neuropsychology Research Unit, Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona, Edifici B, 08193, Bellaterra, Barcelona Spa... Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4272181 Fri, 17 Dec 2010 17:38:01 +0100 4272181 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4272182&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fw62655h393267557%2F Conclusions  The differences observed in the reported crude rates for the presence of mental disorders across the different linguistic groups in Canada were explained by socio-demographic, economic, and factors such as immigration, spoke a third language and province of residence, and not explained by language of interview. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00127-010-0329-5Authors Helen-Maria Vasiliadis, Department of Community Health Sciences, University of Sherbrooke, Sherbrooke, QC CanadaMarje Lepnurm, Department of Psychiatry, University of Saskatchewan, Saskatoon, SK CanadaRaymond Tempier, Department of Psychiatry, University of Saskatchewan, Saskatoon, SK CanadaViviane Kovess-Masfety, Paris Descartes University, EHESP (School of Higher Studies in Public ... Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4272182 Thu, 16 Dec 2010 18:23:45 +0100 4272182 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4272184&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fc404j61073v1804x%2F Conclusions  Detailed description of a specific suicide method following celebrity suicides may induce extensive modeling effect, attracting wider age/sex groups to model the method. Our finding provides further support for restraining media reporting of celebrity suicide in suicide prevention. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00127-010-0331-yAuthors Ying-Yeh Chen, Taipei City Psychiatric Centre, Taipei City Hospital, Taipei, TaiwanShu-Fen Liao, Graduate Institute of Epidemiology, College of Public Health, National Taiwan University, Taipei, TaiwanPo-Ren Teng, Department of Psychiatry, Show Chwan Health Care System, Changhua, TaiwanChi-Wei Tsai, Taipei City Psychiatric Centre, Taipei City Hospital, Taipei, TaiwanHsiang-Fang Fan, Taipei City Psychiatric Centre... Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4272184 Thu, 16 Dec 2010 18:23:42 +0100 4272184 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4272183&cid=s_33287_172_f&fid=33287&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fcl3230785t058626%2F Conclusions  The study suggests that clinical features of schizophrenia influence distress levels in caregivers of patients with chronic schizophrenia. The stronger predictors of distress appear to be female caregiver’s gender, duration of illness as well as positive and negative symptomatology. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00127-010-0325-9Authors Charalampos Mitsonis, Psychiatric Hospital of Athens “Dafni”, 7, Metamorfoseos str., Halandri, 152 34 Athens, GreeceEleni Voussoura, 1st Department of Psychiatry, Athens University Medical School, Eginition Hospital, 72, Vas. Sofias Ave, 115 28 Athens, GreeceNikolaos Dimopoulos, Psychiatric Hospital “Dromokaiteio”, Ipsilandou 34, 151 22 Maroussi, Attiki GreeceVassiliki Psarra, Psychiatric Hospital of A... Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4272183 Thu, 16 Dec 2010 18:23:42 +0100 4272183