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 'The International Journal of Social Psychiatry' source. Thu, 18 Mar 2010 16:59:08 +0100 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3362885&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20223778%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: The results are indicative of a long-lasting (though gradually fading) cross-generational traumatizing effect of the discussed events. Clinicians having to deal with patients belonging to cultural or ethnic groups that suffered persecutions in the past should take into account the probable effects caused by a traumatransmission mechanism. PMID: 20223778 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3362885 Thu, 11 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3362885 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3362884&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20223779%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: CFs and nurses had less favourable attitudes and more limited knowledge regarding depression when compared to mental health professionals and doctors. This may negatively affect professional collaboration, challenge optimal treatment and stigmatize patients. CFs' and nurses' knowledge and attitudes may be similar to those of the general population and be related to a lack of training in mental health issues. PMID: 20223779 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3362884 Thu, 11 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3362884 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3338036&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20197456%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: Differing perceptions of depression among black and white women could help explain GPs' lower detection rates of depressive problems of black women. Differences in views about the formal help available may explain ethnic differences in help-seeking. PMID: 20197456 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3338036 Tue, 02 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3338036 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3338035&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20197457%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: In stabilized community patients, the overall extent of burden experienced by both Indian and white parents is low and comparable. However, Indian parents were more burdened by psychotic behaviours. This may be a result of co-residence as Indian patients are more likely to live with their families. Social and economic factors in the country of residence and levels of acculturation may also influence levels of burden and the illness behaviours found most bothersome by parents. PMID: 20197457 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3338035 Tue, 02 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3338035 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3338026&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20197458%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Clinical experts agree highly in their implicit weighing of depression symptoms regardless of their age, gender, clinical experience and professional training. PMID: 20197458 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3338026 Tue, 02 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3338026 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3287194&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20159934%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: This study has identified additional needs of caregivers from those found in other studies. PMID: 20159934 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3287194 Tue, 16 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3287194 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3287193&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20159935%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: The fact that a movement away from their traditional culture distinguishes African-Caribbean patients with a severe psychiatric illness, schizophrenia, from their mentally healthy controls strongly favours marginalization over biculturalism as an interpretation of this shift. PMID: 20159935 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3287193 Tue, 16 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3287193 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3172706&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20068019%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: The lifelong learning intervention offered within an EU Framework 6 project to mental health service users in eight demonstration sites had a largely positive impact on key areas of their lives at 10 months, though obstacles remained which may be less amenable to change by social interventions. PMID: 20068019 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3172706 Tue, 12 Jan 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3172706 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3172705&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20068020%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Most factors associated with burnout are preventable and can be managed jointly between psychiatrists and administrators. Service providers need to address burnout seriously. PMID: 20068020 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3172705 Tue, 12 Jan 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3172705 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3172704&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20068021%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Traditional medical education over-emphasizes symptomatic recovery and ignores the need for a more flexible construction of the concept. Professional knowledge must incorporate both quantitative and qualitative data and inculcate humanitarian concern through active contact with users, and acceptance of the legitimacy of their expert experience. Medical education should seek effective ways to change entrenched negative attitudes in students about schizophrenia and the possibility of recovery. Further large-scale research should be carried out to establish attitudes of medical professionals towards recovery from schizophrenia and how this changes during typical career trajectories. This information could then be used to devise effective means within medical education to combat s... The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3172704 Tue, 12 Jan 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3172704 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3172703&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20068022%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: The contribution of cross-national differences in psychiatric morbidity in younger carers on general population suicide rates requires further study. The prevalence of psychiatric morbidity in younger carers of older people should be examined by: (i) cross-national studies using standardized measures of psychiatric morbidity that are education-free, culture-fair and language-fair; and (ii) within-country longitudinal studies with changing elderly dependency ratios over time. PMID: 20068022 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3172703 Tue, 12 Jan 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3172703 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3172702&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20068023%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: A client-centred approach could be taken further if clients are engaged in productive discussions about challenging these 'progressive tensions'. Awareness of the meaning of home also emerged as central. PMID: 20068023 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3172702 Tue, 12 Jan 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3172702 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3172701&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20068024%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: SDMI provides a method to explore and discuss discrepancy between patients' and clinicians' goals of treatment which leads to convergence. Such convergence is likely to be a necessary prerequisite for positive treatment outcomes. PMID: 20068024 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3172701 Tue, 12 Jan 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3172701 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3155494&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20053723%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: There is a need to humanize service users' experiences during episodes of acute illness. Measures should include prevention of human rights abuses; minimization of isolation and distress; improvement of communication between service providers and service users; and promotion of attitudinal changes which reflect respect for other people's dignity. PMID: 20053723 [PubMed - in process] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3155494 Fri, 01 Jan 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3155494 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3034217&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19933252%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: Successful contact and participation in Dutch society, and maintenance of heritage culture and identity were moderately associated with less psychological distress. Improving mastery of the dominant language in host societies, and allowing migrants to preserve their traditions, might be effective measures in improving the mental well-being of migrants. PMID: 19933252 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3034217 Thu, 19 Nov 2009 00:00:00 +0100 3034217 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3034216&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19933253%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: The results suggest that clinical services should provide holistic interventions within a phased approach when working with refugees and asylum seekers. At a policy level, the results suggest the need for asylum policies that reduce post-migration problems and provide support for refugees and asylum seekers. PMID: 19933253 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3034216 Thu, 19 Nov 2009 00:00:00 +0100 3034216 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2992959&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19906768%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: Many social and cultural factors have a major impact on post-partum depression. Post-partum depression, when viewed from a biomedical framework, fails to acknowledge the role of context in the production of emotional distress in the post-partum period. PMID: 19906768 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2992959 Wed, 11 Nov 2009 00:00:00 +0100 2992959 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2992958&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19906769%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: Strategies are suggested to enhance the accessibility of services. PMID: 19906769 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2992958 Wed, 11 Nov 2009 00:00:00 +0100 2992958 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2992957&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19906770%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: Considerably high rates of SM and psychopathy were found in Turkish males with APD. The features of SM were associated with comorbidity of psychopathy. These results showed the importance of exploring the self-injurious behavior and psychopathy when diagnosed with APD. PMID: 19906770 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2992957 Wed, 11 Nov 2009 00:00:00 +0100 2992957 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2944514&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19861344%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: FDWs constitute a vulnerable group in terms of psychiatric morbidity. Concerted political, social and psychological efforts would be require to alleviate the distress faced by this particularly disadvantaged subset of female expatriates. PMID: 19861344 [PubMed - in process] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2944514 Sat, 31 Oct 2009 05:38:05 +0100 2944514 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2944516&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19861340%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: The extent to which students held stigmatizing attitudes was similar in each country, however, the determinants of stigma were different. Pharmacy education may need to be tailored to address the determinants of stigma in each country. PMID: 19861340 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2944516 Tue, 27 Oct 2009 00:00:00 +0100 2944516 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2944515&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19861341%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: The relevance of these results with regard to the differences that might exist in hallucinations in clinical and normal populations is discussed. PMID: 19861341 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2944515 Tue, 27 Oct 2009 00:00:00 +0100 2944515 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2902270&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19833675%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Ganesan S, Mok H, McKenna M This descriptive study presented an overview of culturally sensitive mental health services and potential barriers for immigrant Canadians. A semi-structured question-naire was developed and administered to 173 patients who attended a large cross-cultural psychiatry outpatient clinic in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. RESULTS: indicated that only 21% of patients were able to state their diagnosis or were able to describe the symptoms of their diagnosis that met the DSM-IV criteria given by a psychiatrist. Examination of patient ethnicity showed that more South Asian (25%) or Southeast Asian (24%) patients had more diagnoses of anxiety disorder in comparison to other ethnic groups. Refugees characterized mental illness in terms of stress or stre... The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2902270 Wed, 14 Oct 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2902270 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2902269&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19833676%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: This study demonstrated significant monthly variability in admission rates and a possible protective effect of a widely celebrated public religious holiday. A consistent effect of season upon rates of admission was not found. Future studies need to identify which specifi c social factors exert a protective or harmful effect and study how knowledge of these effects can be translated into clinical practice. PMID: 19833676 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2902269 Wed, 14 Oct 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2902269 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2902268&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19833677%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Fusar-Poli P, Bruno D, Machado-de-Sousa J, Crippa J PMID: 19833677 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2902268 Wed, 14 Oct 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2902268 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2902267&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19833678%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: It is important to analyze female migration patterns in order to reduce mental health problems, stress the importance of economic income, and examine how social support offered by those living in one's home culture is an effective buffer against mental distress. PMID: 19833678 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2902267 Wed, 14 Oct 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2902267 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2902266&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19833679%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: The authors consider the implications of these social factors for transforming psychiatric research and theory as well as for recovery-orientated practice. PMID: 19833679 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2902266 Wed, 14 Oct 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2902266 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2902265&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19833680%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: OCD patients, when compared with depressed subjects, have a better QOL and are less disabled, but their caregivers are more burdened and have to accommodate more. PMID: 19833680 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2902265 Wed, 14 Oct 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2902265 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2902264&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19833681%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: This study revealed that stressors among university students come from 'self-imposed' stressors and 'pressures'. Stress management, assertiveness skills, time management and counselling sessions will be effective in reducing stress experienced by students. PMID: 19833681 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2902264 Wed, 14 Oct 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2902264 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2902263&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19833682%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: These findings indicate that care burden has a significant impact on caregivers' quality of life. Daily care hours with the patient are the unique deter-minant of caregivers' burden in Taiwan. Measures to reduce daily care hours should be considered. PMID: 19833682 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2902263 Wed, 14 Oct 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2902263 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2889230&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19822539%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: The patient is definitely the expert on how their illness affects their life, but it is the psychiatrist who is the expert on the illness rather than simply focusing on disease. It is time for the profession loudly to proclaim itself for what it is and what it can and cannot do. PMID: 19822539 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2889230 Sun, 11 Oct 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2889230 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2889229&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19822540%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Das A Farmers' suicide in India is a cause of concern and government figures, though conservative, predict an impending epidemic. Various measures to curb this calamity are being made in a piecemeal manner. Considering it as an issue of social and mental health concern, this article attempts to evaluate the situation based on the tenet that health and illness are the result of a complex interplay between bio-logical, psychological, social, environmental, economic and political factors. Thus in India the agrarian crisis, among other causes, has been largely debated as the major reason for the current state of farmers. It is important that (psychiatric) epidemiology and public mental health try to evolve mechanisms to understand and implement measures, and take this into conside... The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2889229 Sun, 11 Oct 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2889229 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2810404&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19762409%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: While groups differed in their endorsement of supernatural explan-ations, psychological perspectives had the strongest endorsement among this population. Regression analysis showed that individuals who endorsed supernatural explanations more strongly tended to have no exposure to psychology courses and heightened religiosity. PMID: 19762409 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2810404 Wed, 16 Sep 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2810404 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2810403&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19762410%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Dissociative disorders are still commonly diagnosed in both inpatient and outpatient settings. Dissociative motor disorders and dissociative convulsions are the most common disorders. Unlike in the West, dissociative identity disorders were rarely diagnosed; instead, possession states were commonly seen in the Indian population, indicating cross-cultural disparity. PMID: 19762410 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2810403 Wed, 16 Sep 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2810403 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2775494&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19734179%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Intervening to help this vulnerable group to enhance their social skills and to develop their social networks may improve their access to social capital and promote their recovery from mental illness. PMID: 19734179 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2775494 Thu, 03 Sep 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2775494 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2775493&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19734180%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Family interventions for Iranian mothers of schizophrenia patients can substantially benefit from family functioning. PMID: 19734180 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2775493 Thu, 03 Sep 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2775493 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2775492&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19734181%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: While there is some agreement between professionals and service users as to what constitutes patient-centred research, other process-related factors are important. Patient-centred research is valued by both service users and doctors and should be incorporated into future studies. PMID: 19734181 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2775492 Thu, 03 Sep 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2775492 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2775491&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19734182%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: Enhancing mental health literacy of both VHWs and community members using approaches that are sensitive to local conceptualizations of mental health and illness will contribute to improved treatment and care for people with mental disorders. Further investigation of mental health among the elderly in this community is indicated. PMID: 19734182 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2775491 Thu, 03 Sep 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2775491 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2775490&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19734183%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: Psychopathology and defences were significantly associated with work conditions, which could suggest that adaptation mechanisms and psychopathology are two independent forms of adjustment to the rapidly changing world of work. PMID: 19734183 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2775490 Thu, 03 Sep 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2775490 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2775489&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19734184%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: The number of beds in specialized psychiatric care decreased by 11% between 1998 and 2001 but the indirect costs increased dramatically (e.g. the number of days of sick leave almost doubled during the same period). PMID: 19734184 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2775489 Thu, 03 Sep 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2775489 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2730705&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19700482%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: Participants identified pathways to suicidal behaviour and emphasized experiential aspects and the variability of fatal intent. Suggestions for prevention tended to emphasize the strengthening of community-oriented actions in order to better realize lethal means restrictions. PMID: 19700482 [PubMed - in process] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2730705 Tue, 25 Aug 2009 18:22:14 +0100 2730705 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2730704&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19700483%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: This questionnaire may be useful to assess patients' beliefs about schizophrenia and to target psychosocial interventions for this mental disorder. PMID: 19700483 [PubMed - in process] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2730704 Tue, 25 Aug 2009 18:22:11 +0100 2730704 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2730703&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19700484%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: The Armenian CES-D is likely measuring two distinct aspects of mental health, depression and well-being, and the depression factor may be as adequate in measuring the Armenian depressed mind as the 20-item Armenian CES-D Scale. PMID: 19700484 [PubMed - in process] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2730703 Tue, 25 Aug 2009 18:22:09 +0100 2730703 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2730702&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19700485%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: The implications for policy, and implementation of policy, are discussed. PMID: 19700485 [PubMed - in process] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2730702 Tue, 25 Aug 2009 18:22:07 +0100 2730702 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2730701&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19700486%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: The results provide evidence for poor self-concept in adult children of schizophrenic parents compared to children of normal parents. PMID: 19700486 [PubMed - in process] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2730701 Tue, 25 Aug 2009 18:22:05 +0100 2730701 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2675507&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19651690%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: The overall increase in the number of publications about mental disorder in the last decade probably reflects an increase in psychiatric research in LAMI countries. The increase in rates of publication was greatest in middle-income countries with the largest populations. PMID: 19651690 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2675507 Sun, 02 Aug 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2675507 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2675506&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19651691%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Cross-national ecological studies using national-level aggregate data are not helpful in establishing a causal relationship (and the direction of this relationship) between suicide rates and mental health funding, service provision and national policies. The impact of introducing national policies on mental health, increasing funding for mental health services and increasing mental health service provision on suicide rates requires further examination in longitudinal within-country studies. PMID: 19651691 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2675506 Sun, 02 Aug 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2675506 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2675505&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19651692%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: Principal components analysis (PCA) showed that beliefs about the causes of depression factored into five components, of which stressful life events was most strongly endorsed by both groups. PCA of treatment items revealed four stable components, of which religious factors were most strongly endorsed. There were also a number of significant between-group differences in the endorsement of these factors (etap(2) = .03-.11), with rural participants generally rating supernatural and religious factors more strongly than urban Malays. These results are discussed in relation to mental health literacy programmes in Malaysia. PMID: 19651692 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2675505 Sun, 02 Aug 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2675505 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2675504&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19651693%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: The results suggest that, similar to findings elsewhere, stigmatization of mental illness is highly prevalent among Nigerian children. This may be underpinned by lack of knowledge regarding mental health problems and/or fuelled by the media. Educational interventions and encouraging contact with mentally ill persons could play a role in reducing stigma among schoolchildren. PMID: 19651693 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2675504 Sun, 02 Aug 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2675504 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2675503&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19651694%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: The results of this study show that during periods of remission, patients can clearly see the relationship between their own illness and that de-scribed in others, suggesting that insight is state dependent and may be related to psychopathology with good recovery of insight during periods of remission. These findings also argue for the fact that the current multi-dimensional models of insight which focus on biomedical explanations and treatments are not culturally sensitive. The assessment of insight demands universal conventions with comparison to the local cultural standards rather than universal definitions and yardsticks which employ Western and biomedical perspectives. PMID: 19651694 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psyc... The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2675503 Sun, 02 Aug 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2675503 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2675502&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19651695%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: There are varied socio-cultural factors that need to be considered in mental health outreach services in immigrant communities. PMID: 19651695 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2675502 Sun, 02 Aug 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2675502 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2675501&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19651696%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Body piercing is significantly more popular among women while tattooing is more popular in men. Among adolescents, body piercing is performed considerably earlier than tattooing. The main reasons for body ornamenting in the Polish population are the desire to enhance one's individuality and the need to increase sexual attractiveness. PMID: 19651696 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2675501 Sun, 02 Aug 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2675501 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2640495&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19628555%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Involuntary admissions were associated with statistically significant higher levels of restraint and seclusion in this patient sample. Strategies that will enhance patients' follow-up are expected to prevent involuntary admissions and reduce the use of coercive measures. PMID: 19628555 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2640495 Wed, 22 Jul 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2640495 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2640494&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19628556%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: It seems urgent to have a gender perspective in a needs-led mental healthcare service. PMID: 19628556 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2640494 Wed, 22 Jul 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2640494 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2640493&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19628557%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: This is a pilot study. Further work should examine perceptions of the outcomes of user involvement by other stakeholders, for example, front-line workers, managers, carers and commissioners. PMID: 19628557 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2640493 Wed, 22 Jul 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2640493 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2622399&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19617275%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: The development of new seclusion and restraint reduction pro-grammes should include strong leadership from local management; external seclusion and restraint review committees or post-incident debriefing and analysis; broad-based staff training and programme changes at a local level. Behavioural and cognitive-behavioural programmes appear to be very useful in child and adolescent services. Further systematic research should be conducted to more fully understand which elements of successful programmes are the most powerful in reducing incidents of seclusion and restraint. PMID: 19617275 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2622399 Thu, 16 Jul 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2622399 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2622398&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19617276%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: Restriction of pesticide availability and accessibility by NPM has the potential to reduce pesticide suicides, in addition to psychosocial and health interventions. PMID: 19617276 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2622398 Thu, 16 Jul 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2622398 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2622397&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19617277%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: Lay people show a curious pattern on insight, ignorance and naivety with regard to the cause and cure of mental disorders. They appear to have a modestly realistic but somewhat naive view of the process and efficacy of psychotherapy. This may influence how they react to their own and others' mental illness. It has clear implications for education in psychiatric literacy. PMID: 19617277 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2622397 Thu, 16 Jul 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2622397 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2622396&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19617278%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: Stigma associated with depression in doctors is endemic in the medical profession and the level of perceived stigma is related to reduced help-seeking behaviour. Efforts need to be made by the profession to reduce the stigma anticipated by those who become depressed, to enable appropriate help-seeking and support. PMID: 19617278 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2622396 Thu, 16 Jul 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2622396 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2622395&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19617279%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: The influence of these frames has influenced the nature of responses to the problem but the recent dominance of the individualizing frame is being challenged by the emergence, or perhaps re-emergence, of co-creationism. PMID: 19617279 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2622395 Thu, 16 Jul 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2622395 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2622394&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19617280%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: The front-line outreach service of 1983 has changed into a specialist psychiatric emergency department with a less pronounced outreach component. Voluntary admissions to psychiatric hospitals have almost disappeared as a feature of the crisis service. PMID: 19617280 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2622394 Thu, 16 Jul 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2622394 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2622393&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19617281%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Although further studies are warranted, to be effective, efforts to prevent delinquency by enhancing Filipino youths' cultural connectedness may also need to enhance family connectedness and address adverse peer influences. PMID: 19617281 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2622393 Thu, 16 Jul 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2622393 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2622392&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19617282%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: This study suggests that even the most chronic psychiatric population of Greece is able to give valid and reliable responses concerning the manner in which they perceive their present life. PMID: 19617282 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2622392 Thu, 16 Jul 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2622392 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2622391&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19617283%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: Previous research indicates that the mental health care services largely neglect sexual problems among people with mental illness, and the findings may provide additional knowledge that may be used in the support of this target group. PMID: 19617283 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2622391 Thu, 16 Jul 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2622391 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2603204&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19592427%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: Nidotherapy is an acceptable form of management and was per-ceived in this study to have largely positive results for both patients and clinical teams as it offered intervention beyond that provided by conventional teams. It was felt to require more than six months of treatment and was less successful when there was inadequate communication between the nidotherapist and clinical teams and when the philosophy of care was not congruent. PMID: 19592427 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2603204 Thu, 09 Jul 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2603204 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2603203&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19592428%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Mental health of migrant domestic workers may be jeopardized by stressors, leading to experience of social defeat. PMID: 19592428 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2603203 Thu, 09 Jul 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2603203 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2603202&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19592429%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: RESULT: s lead us to hypothesize that social capital that deliberately places individuals within their respective ethnic communities are risk-reducing, as are those that promote formal ethnic community structures. Those that formalize ethnic practice and social capital into commercial activities may be associated with higher risk of violence. Given the relatively small sample size and the exploratory approach for the present investigation, further research is needed to determine whether the findings can be replicated and to extend the findings of the present preliminary study. PMID: 19592429 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2603202 Thu, 09 Jul 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2603202 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2603201&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19592430%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: Caution should be exercised in the attribution of a causal relationship and the direction of this relationship because of the cross-sectional and ecological study design whereby the findings are subject to ecological fallacy. However, the findings identify and support a need for further research. PMID: 19592430 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2603201 Thu, 09 Jul 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2603201 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2603200&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19592431%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: New Zealand community-residing individuals experience post-traumatic stress symptoms, reduced psychological well-being, and increased psychological distress following the experience of violent crime and accidents specifically. Study limitations and suggestions for future research are discussed. PMID: 19592431 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2603200 Thu, 09 Jul 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2603200 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2603199&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19592432%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Long-term consequences of exposure to SPV take the form of PTSD, anxiety and depressive disorders, and culturally formulated expressions of distress. Some implications for clinicians are discussed. PMID: 19592432 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2603199 Thu, 09 Jul 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2603199 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2603198&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19592433%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Anxiety and depression commonly occur during pregnancy in Pakistani women; rates are highest in women experiencing sexual/physical as well as verbal abuse, but they are also increased among women with unemployed spouses and those with lower household wealth. These results suggest that developing a screening and treatment programme for domestic violence and depression/anxiety during pregnancy may improve the mental health status of pregnant Pakistani women. PMID: 19592433 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2603198 Thu, 09 Jul 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2603198 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2603197&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19592434%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: The prediction of behavioural intentions towards those with mental illness may be improved by increasing the specificity of the attitude measures to the behavioural intentions being predicted and including measures of perceived norms. Furthermore, the effectiveness of efforts to reduce the stigma of mental illness may be increased by addressing their impact on perceived norms. PMID: 19592434 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2603197 Thu, 09 Jul 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2603197 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2603196&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19592435%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Overall, the findings support the cultural appropriateness of the 12-item Armenian FAD General Functioning subscale and its advantage over the 60-item scale. The findings also suggest the need to rethink the items of the four Armenian FAD domains with low internal consistencies for their increased cultural relevance in the case of Armenian adolescents in Lebanon. PMID: 19592435 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2603196 Thu, 09 Jul 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2603196 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2603195&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19592436%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: Family/whanau had positive views of the contributions current diagnostic practices make to patient care. The study elicited the view that more contextual issues, and not just phenomenology, should be taken into account in the development of diagnostic systems. PMID: 19592436 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2603195 Thu, 09 Jul 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2603195 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2603194&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19592437%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: The findings suggest that many cases of PGD would be missed by an exclusive focus on PTSD among bereaved war survivors. PMID: 19592437 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2603194 Thu, 09 Jul 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2603194 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2603193&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19592438%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: Ataque de nervioscan serve as an important indicator of social and psychiatric vulnerability in future epidemiological and clinical studies with Latino populations. PMID: 19592438 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2603193 Thu, 09 Jul 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2603193 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2603192&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19592439%26dopt%3DAbstract This study aimed to investigate lay theories of the cause and treatment of bipolar disorder, and the recognition of its symptoms. This questionnaire-based study included vignette descriptions of mental disorders and 70 items relating to bipolar disorder. It was completed by 173 participants. Bipolar disorder was recognized less than depression but at the same rate as schizophrenia. Contrary to previous research, analysis showed that lay beliefs of the causes of bipolar disorder generally concur with scientific academic theories. Drug treatment was favoured as a cure rather than psychotherapy. Theories of cause and treatment were logically correlated. Overall, the results suggest that lay people have reasonably informed beliefs about the causes and treatments of bipolar disorder, however re... The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2603192 Thu, 09 Jul 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2603192 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2603191&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19592440%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: The measurement of subjective dimensions of recovery such as empowerment has validity in evaluation of global recovery for people with severe mental illness. A diagnosis of bipolar disorder is associated with higher scores on subjective and objective indicators of recovery. PMID: 19592440 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2603191 Thu, 09 Jul 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2603191 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2603190&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19592441%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: Depression often accompanies obesity. The depression levels increased in morbidly obese persons in comparison to moderately obese patients. PMID: 19592441 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2603190 Thu, 09 Jul 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2603190 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2603189&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19592442%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: Overall results suggest that the conceptualization of depression among this sample of Vietnamese refugees has both universal and culturally specific features. Implications for providing culturally responsive mental health services are offered. PMID: 19592442 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2603189 Thu, 09 Jul 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2603189 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2603188&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19592443%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: The results suggest that patients who do not live alone prefer the day-care treatment facility. Patients in both modes of care at the end see their partnership as more supportive. For their partners, day care means that they have greater burdens to cope with when the patient is in treatment and still at home. PMID: 19592443 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2603188 Thu, 09 Jul 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2603188 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2603187&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19592444%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: SRQ-20 appears to be a reliable and valid measure of mental disorders in the community in China. PMID: 19592444 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2603187 Thu, 09 Jul 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2603187 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2603186&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19592445%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: The findings provide relevant information in understanding gambling behaviours and motivations among the Chinese, as well as a step towards the development of tailored preventive and treatment interventions for problem gambling in this population. PMID: 19592445 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2603186 Thu, 09 Jul 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2603186 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2603185&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19592446%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: The low levels of burnout we found may reflect the early stage of the development of these services. However, it is also possible that working with people with PD does not in itself lead to burnout, especially when services are organized to share and contain work-related anxiety. PMID: 19592446 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2603185 Thu, 09 Jul 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2603185 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2603184&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19592447%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Forensic PD services may be having an important impact on the quality of service users' lives. Whether treatment is successful in reducing long-term risk to others remains to be seen, and the cost-effectiveness of these services needs to be examined. PMID: 19592447 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2603184 Thu, 09 Jul 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2603184 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2603183&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19592448%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: The results emphasize the important role of primary care physicians in suicide prevention. PMID: 19592448 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2603183 Thu, 09 Jul 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2603183 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2603182&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19592449%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: These findings support the notion that mental ill health among immigrants is a multi-faceted phenomenon that needs to be tackled within a wide range of sectors - e.g. the healthcare system, the social service sector and, of course, the political arena. PMID: 19592449 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2603182 Thu, 09 Jul 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2603182 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2527410&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19553360%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Intentional friendships can be a potent yet cost-effective way to help people with SMI develop social skills, expand their social networks, and improve their quality of life. However, because relationships take several years to develop, quantitative evaluations using short follow-up periods may underestimate programme effectiveness. PMID: 19553360 [PubMed - in process] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2527410 Sat, 27 Jun 2009 11:55:20 +0100 2527410 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2527409&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19553361%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: Migration of husband was associated with DS among women. The construct of autonomy and its operational definition should be further explored. PMID: 19553361 [PubMed - in process] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2527409 Sat, 27 Jun 2009 11:55:17 +0100 2527409 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2527408&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19553362%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Reducing the prevalence of depressive symptoms in elementary school children in Jeju Island will require special attention, particularly the development of coping strategies to resolve obesity-induced stress in various areas including school, family and society. PMID: 19553362 [PubMed - in process] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2527408 Sat, 27 Jun 2009 11:55:15 +0100 2527408 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2527407&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19553363%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: The results show that recovery processes are social processes in which social relationships play a key role. PMID: 19553363 [PubMed - in process] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2527407 Sat, 27 Jun 2009 11:55:13 +0100 2527407 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2527406&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19553364%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: The recovery process occurs within a complex context of various stages and multi-facilitators. The forces of three cornerstones, essential components and contextual facilitators all influx into the river of recovery and emerge as one united mechanism that supports the consumer's spiral progress through the journey of striving for autonomy. PMID: 19553364 [PubMed - in process] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2527406 Sat, 27 Jun 2009 11:55:10 +0100 2527406 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2527405&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19553365%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Knowledge about schizophrenia in Greece is poor. The Greek public has stigmatizing attitudes towards PWS. Educational interventions should especially target rural and semi-urban residents of a lower educational level. The role of television can be crucial. PMID: 19553365 [PubMed - in process] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2527405 Sat, 27 Jun 2009 11:55:08 +0100 2527405 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2527404&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19553366%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: Mental health professionals providing clinical services for this underserved population need to be aware of the importance of rejection and abandonment issues, along with the consequent hurt, anger and mistrust. PMID: 19553366 [PubMed - in process] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2527404 Sat, 27 Jun 2009 11:55:06 +0100 2527404 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2527419&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19383662%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: De la Fuente JM, Bobes J PMID: 19383662 [PubMed - in process] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2527419 Thu, 30 Apr 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2527419 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2527418&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19383663%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: Co-morbidity of schizophrenia and social anxiety disorder is not rare among patients with schizophrenia. Treatment implications need be further investigated. PMID: 19383663 [PubMed - in process] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2527418 Thu, 30 Apr 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2527418 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2527417&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19383664%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: This community of immigrants living in deprived conditions showed a high prevalence of distress and psychotic symptoms, related to health problems. Preventing excess of psychosis among immigrants and ethnic minorities in critical socio-economic conditions should mean, first and foremost, facilitating social integration and access to primary care. PMID: 19383664 [PubMed - in process] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2527417 Thu, 30 Apr 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2527417 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2527416&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19383665%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Both professions have critical future workforce roles, but further consideration needs to be given to the extent to which their skills and values overlap in order to inform future workforce planning, and to reduce the extent to which the workforce pattern in both countries risks being over-determined by supply issues. PMID: 19383665 [PubMed - in process] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2527416 Thu, 30 Apr 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2527416 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2527415&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19383666%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Interventions in war zones need to ensure the minimal possible disruption to communities and family units, and to involve parents in preventive or treatment programmes for children exposed to trauma. PMID: 19383666 [PubMed - in process] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2527415 Thu, 30 Apr 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2527415 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2527414&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19383667%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Social representations are social correspondents of the discriminatory practices that the state exerts toward the mentally ill with respect to their right to health. These representations serve to maintain, naturalize and legitimize these practices. All sectors of society should make an effort to change the negative social representations towards this vulnerable section of society. PMID: 19383667 [PubMed - in process] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2527414 Thu, 30 Apr 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2527414 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2527413&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19383668%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: The different domains of quality of life in our opium-addicted and non-addicted patients with CAD were similar; and among all the major risk factors for coronary artery disease, only female gender and a previous history of myocardial infarction could influence quality of life in the opium-addicted patients. PMID: 19383668 [PubMed - in process] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2527413 Thu, 30 Apr 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2527413 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2527412&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19383669%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: The identified categories and socio-demographic factors should be considered for inclusion in the planning and evaluation of family support services. PMID: 19383669 [PubMed - in process] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2527412 Thu, 30 Apr 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2527412 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2527411&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19383670%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: Rather than an initial euphoric period followed by a mental health crisis, the results indicated poor mental health status in the first two years irrespective of employment status. Thereafter, mental health slightly improved as did employment rates. A surprising result was that although the South Africans had the highest employment rate, there were neither substantial mental health differences among the three groups nor was there a significant improvement during the course of the longitudinal study. PMID: 19383670 [PubMed - in process] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2527411 Thu, 30 Apr 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2527411 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2218893&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19240200%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: Social psychiatric interventions should take gender-specific symptoms and coping strategies into account. For asylum seekers and refugees, same gender client-therapist dyads and groups are highly recommended. PMID: 19240200 [PubMed - in process] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2218893 Fri, 27 Feb 2009 10:32:28 +0100 2218893 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2218891&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19240201%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: The introduction of a partial smoking ban had favourable effects on patients' cigarette consumption and attitudes, but more efforts need to be pursued. PMID: 19240201 [PubMed - in process] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2218891 Fri, 27 Feb 2009 10:26:23 +0100 2218891 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2218791&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19240202%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Whereas ;familiarity' turned out to be a factor positively influencing the attitude towards depression, it turned out to have a rather negative influence on the attitude towards mania. This result could have important implications for anti-stigma campaigns. PMID: 19240202 [PubMed - in process] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2218791 Fri, 27 Feb 2009 10:02:37 +0100 2218791 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2218789&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19240203%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: In this sample a sizable number of patients sought alternative methods of treatment before attending the specialized psychiatric services. PMID: 19240203 [PubMed - in process] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2218789 Fri, 27 Feb 2009 10:01:25 +0100 2218789 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2218788&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19240204%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: The Setswana GHQ-28 represents a valid instrument of screening for psychological distress in a primary healthcare setting in Botswana. PMID: 19240204 [PubMed - in process] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2218788 Fri, 27 Feb 2009 10:00:47 +0100 2218788 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2218786&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19240205%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Between 1988 and 2004 research emanating from North American and European countries, together with biologically orientated research, were the most prevalent perspectives on schizophrenia. It appears that research into the subjective experiences of participants has not been as prevalent as more objective accounts of the disorder, suggesting that this research effort has not been patient-centred. PMID: 19240205 [PubMed - in process] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2218786 Fri, 27 Feb 2009 09:59:49 +0100 2218786 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2218783&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19240206%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: Different aspects of Snyder's self-monitoring construct correlate in opposite directions with eating pathology and AN symptomatology. AN appears to be associated with high Other-Directedness but low Acting and Extroversion. PMID: 19240206 [PubMed - in process] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2218783 Fri, 27 Feb 2009 09:59:06 +0100 2218783 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2218781&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19240207%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: At the onset of MMC, MTAS applicants reported negative process experiences, psychological distress and poor coping (including increased alcohol use), with possible implications for mental health, career planning and patient care. PMID: 19240207 [PubMed - in process] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2218781 Fri, 27 Feb 2009 09:57:08 +0100 2218781 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2090924&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19129322%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: The Malaga Schizophrenia Case Register provides sociodemographic, clinical and service use information for a large sample of patients with schizophrenia or related disorders. Results obtained from the cohort studied will be instrumental for the follow-up and evaluation of the mental health care reform. PMID: 19129322 [PubMed - in process] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2090924 Thu, 01 Jan 2009 05:00:00 +0100 2090924 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2090923&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19129323%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: These results may indicate that the public need to receive more information on the full range of treatments options, especially those related to medical treatment. PMID: 19129323 [PubMed - in process] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2090923 Thu, 01 Jan 2009 05:00:00 +0100 2090923 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2090922&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19129324%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: Indian families of patients with OCD experience burden comparable to that of families of patients with schizophrenia. There is a need to develop local needs-based support programmes for families of patients with psychiatric disorders in India. PMID: 19129324 [PubMed - in process] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2090922 Thu, 01 Jan 2009 05:00:00 +0100 2090922 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2090921&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19129325%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: Treatment was moderately effective, with regards to reducing the nonspecific mental health consequences of torture, but disability scores remained high. For clients presenting with more severe mental health problems, other treatments that are realistic in the resource-poor Nepali context need to be sought. PMID: 19129325 [PubMed - in process] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2090921 Thu, 01 Jan 2009 05:00:00 +0100 2090921 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2090920&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19129326%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: Disorders of capacity are more closely related to disorders of participation/sick leave than disorders of functions. PMID: 19129326 [PubMed - in process] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2090920 Thu, 01 Jan 2009 05:00:00 +0100 2090920 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2090919&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19129327%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: These results are consistent with reports of compromised function among individuals who had undergone leucotomy and contrast with some reports of positive changes in behaviour. PMID: 19129327 [PubMed - in process] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2090919 Thu, 01 Jan 2009 05:00:00 +0100 2090919 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2090918&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19129328%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: It is speculated that the SAD group have a stronger link between safety behaviour and negative belief than the healthy group, whereas frequency of the use of safety behaviour is equivalent between two groups. These results support the findings of previous studies. PMID: 19129328 [PubMed - in process] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2090918 Thu, 01 Jan 2009 05:00:00 +0100 2090918 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2090917&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19129329%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: The lower rate of schizophrenia in the elderly mentally ill compared to the younger community patients and asylum mentally ill is discussed. The explanation may lie in the natural history of the disorder or more plausibly in the implementation of ;community care policy'. The paper concluded that a needs assessment procedure specifically designed to assess the needs of the elderly is required. PMID: 19129329 [PubMed - in process] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2090917 Thu, 01 Jan 2009 05:00:00 +0100 2090917 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2090916&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D19129330%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: PMID: 19129330 [PubMed - in process] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2090916 Thu, 01 Jan 2009 05:00:00 +0100 2090916 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2000934&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18974186%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Marusic A, Bhugra D PMID: 18974186 [PubMed - in process] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2000934 Sat, 01 Nov 2008 04:00:00 +0100 2000934 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2000933&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18974187%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: : Being more educated, married and from an urban background promotes help-seeking in tertiary care clinics but these findings may be due to selection bias. Sexual activity continues to be strongly influenced by culturally held beliefs. This influence is more troublesome for young and unmarried persons who have not changed over the period. PMID: 18974187 [PubMed - in process] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2000933 Sat, 01 Nov 2008 04:00:00 +0100 2000933 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2000932&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18974188%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Symptoms of anxiety and depression are prevalent in medical students and in humanities students. Severity of symptoms of anxiety and symptoms of depression in medical students is negatively related to emotional stability and positively related to stress vulnerability. PMID: 18974188 [PubMed - in process] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2000932 Sat, 01 Nov 2008 04:00:00 +0100 2000932 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2000931&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18974189%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: : RESULT: s might have significance for a better understanding of social relations between forensic patients and their environment and provide us with information about institutionalized forms of stigma. Results might have implications for the treatment and the quality of life of these patients. PMID: 18974189 [PubMed - in process] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2000931 Sat, 01 Nov 2008 04:00:00 +0100 2000931 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2000930&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18974190%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: While criminal reoffending and reincarceration seemed to be primarily associated with drug abuse in females, the childhood problems of male repeat offenders, compared with males serving their first sentence, indicate that these individuals' current multiple social and economic disadvantages were complex in origin and of long standing. Interventions aimed at preventing reoffending must take into account the gender differences demonstrated. AIM: ing at primary prevention, the negative effects associated with parental incarceration are crucial: how can one prevent the perpetuation of these problems from one generation to the next? PMID: 18974190 [PubMed - in process] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2000930 Sat, 01 Nov 2008 04:00:00 +0100 2000930 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2000929&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18974191%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: This study reinforces previous findings that people with SMI demonstrate low PA levels generally. It also supports the consideration of physical activity interventions as a regular part of psychiatric rehabilitation. It appears that increased PA may have the potential to affect both physical health and mood among people with SMI. PMID: 18974191 [PubMed - in process] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2000929 Sat, 01 Nov 2008 04:00:00 +0100 2000929 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2000928&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18974192%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: : In patients with schizophrenia, religion and spirituality seem to be related to smoking behaviour. Similar results were previously found in the general population. These results underscore the need for a systematic exploration of religious issues in the care of smokers with schizophrenia. PMID: 18974192 [PubMed - in process] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2000928 Sat, 01 Nov 2008 04:00:00 +0100 2000928 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2000927&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18974193%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: As family configurations of individuals with psychiatric disorders provide fewer relational resources than other families, they are not able to deal with social integration of individuals with psychiatric disorders on their own. PMID: 18974193 [PubMed - in process] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2000927 Sat, 01 Nov 2008 04:00:00 +0100 2000927 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2000926&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18974194%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Although belonging to Protestant/Evangelical churches in Brazil may inhibit alcohol involvement it seems to be associated to a higher frequency of depressive symptoms. Processes of seeking relief in new religious affiliations among sub-groups with previous minor psychiatric symptoms may probably occur in the Brazilian society. PMID: 18974194 [PubMed - in process] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2000926 Sat, 01 Nov 2008 04:00:00 +0100 2000926 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2000944&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18786899%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Marusic A, Petrovic A, Zorko M PMID: 18786899 [PubMed - in process] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2000944 Mon, 01 Sep 2008 04:00:00 +0100 2000944 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2000943&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18786900%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: Frequency of psychotic-like ideation and its dimensions, as well as its association with poor mental health, were comparable to the studies on healthy subjects conducted in Europe. PMID: 18786900 [PubMed - in process] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2000943 Mon, 01 Sep 2008 04:00:00 +0100 2000943 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2000942&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18786901%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: As with somatoform disorders, psychiatriform disorders present problems in their distinction from conscious fabrication and from the ;legitimate' disorders they mimic. Given their likely prevalence and associated impairments, psychiatriform disorders warrant further examination, despite the methodological difficulties this presents. PMID: 18786901 [PubMed - in process] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2000942 Mon, 01 Sep 2008 04:00:00 +0100 2000942 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2000941&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18786902%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: Mental health stigma was common and predictive of less positive attitudes toward consumer participation in decision-making about medications. PMID: 18786902 [PubMed - in process] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2000941 Mon, 01 Sep 2008 04:00:00 +0100 2000941 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2000940&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18786903%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: The traumatic events experienced during the conflict caused long-term psychological sequelae in people who were disabled as a result of the war. Increased exposure to traumatic events, being married, physical disability, illiteracy and advanced age were identified as probable risk factors for mental disorders . PMID: 18786903 [PubMed - in process] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2000940 Mon, 01 Sep 2008 04:00:00 +0100 2000940 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2000939&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18786904%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: The findings suggest that DESNOS warrants attention in addition to PTSD in the assessment and treatment of civilians who have been exposed to war and genocide. PMID: 18786904 [PubMed - in process] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2000939 Mon, 01 Sep 2008 04:00:00 +0100 2000939 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2000938&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18786905%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: This exploratory study revealed that the working conditions of staff are related to both patient satisfaction and the patients' perceptions of the treatment environment. A satisfactory working environment for psychiatric staff members seems important for the quality of care perceived by patients. PMID: 18786905 [PubMed - in process] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2000938 Mon, 01 Sep 2008 04:00:00 +0100 2000938 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2000937&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18786906%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: This study provides evidence that the prevalence of depressive symptoms and their covariates are influenced by socio-economic conditions in a population with slight income differences. PMID: 18786906 [PubMed - in process] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2000937 Mon, 01 Sep 2008 04:00:00 +0100 2000937 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2000936&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18786907%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Kurdish people in Iran are in need of facilities and interventional programmes aiming to improve general mental health. PMID: 18786907 [PubMed - in process] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2000936 Mon, 01 Sep 2008 04:00:00 +0100 2000936 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2000935&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18786908%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Psychiatric ward attendants had more positive attitudes than general attendants towards psychiatric illnesses. Socio-demographic variables like older age, higher education and longer duration of contact with the psychiatrically ill predicted more favourable attitudes. PMID: 18786908 [PubMed - in process] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2000935 Mon, 01 Sep 2008 04:00:00 +0100 2000935 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2000953&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18720889%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Aggarwal N PMID: 18720889 [PubMed - in process] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2000953 Tue, 01 Jul 2008 04:00:00 +0100 2000953 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2000952&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18720890%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: In settings where mental health professionals are limited in number, trained lay volunteers can offer empathetic listening, support and referrals that can be potentially beneficial. PMID: 18720890 [PubMed - in process] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2000952 Tue, 01 Jul 2008 04:00:00 +0100 2000952 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2000951&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18720891%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Clinicians should assess symptoms of caregiver distress. When caregiver distress is noticed, efforts should be undertaken to support the caregiver and teach them skills to cope effectively with the consequences they experience in order to stay well. PMID: 18720891 [PubMed - in process] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2000951 Tue, 01 Jul 2008 04:00:00 +0100 2000951 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2000950&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18720892%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: ROM currently utilized in Victoria do not reflect the areas considered of most relevance and importance to consumers of mental health services. Priority should therefore be given to developing an alternative consumer-derived approach to determining the effectiveness of mental health services according to those most affected by them. PMID: 18720892 [PubMed - in process] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2000950 Tue, 01 Jul 2008 04:00:00 +0100 2000950 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2000949&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18720893%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: In Cambodia, traditional and religious medicine are the first pathway to mental healthcare when patient and caregiver decide to seek help due to psychotic symptoms. The lack of knowledge on mental health and facilities appears the main reason to explain the schizophrenic patients' HCSB. This suggests that the development of psychiatry in Cambodia will be facilitated by a better spreading of knowledge on mental health and will have to take traditional and religious medicine into account. PMID: 18720893 [PubMed - in process] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2000949 Tue, 01 Jul 2008 04:00:00 +0100 2000949 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2000948&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18720894%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: Acculturation could be seen as a beneficial mechanism protecting the individual to be exposed to stressful non-adaptive behaviour. PMID: 18720894 [PubMed - in process] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2000948 Tue, 01 Jul 2008 04:00:00 +0100 2000948 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2000947&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18720895%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Stalking by patients towards psychiatrists is common and represents an important occupational risk. Formal training programmes and policy development within healthcare organizations may help manage risk. PMID: 18720895 [PubMed - in process] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2000947 Tue, 01 Jul 2008 04:00:00 +0100 2000947 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2000946&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18720896%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: More can be done to help and sustain hope in the relatives of persons with depression. PMID: 18720896 [PubMed - in process] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2000946 Tue, 01 Jul 2008 04:00:00 +0100 2000946 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2000945&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18720897%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: Future research into online video game therapy for mental health concerns might focus on two broad types of game: simple society games, which are accessible and enjoyable to players of all ages, and online worlds, which offer a unique opportunity for narrative content and immersive remote interaction with therapists and fellow patients. Both genres might be used for assessment and training purposes, and provide an unlimited platform for social interaction. The mental health community can benefit from more collaborative efforts between therapists and engineers, making such innovations a reality. PMID: 18720897 [PubMed - in process] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2000945 Tue, 01 Jul 2008 04:00:00 +0100 2000945 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2000961&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18575374%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Poole R, Bhugra D PMID: 18575374 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2000961 Thu, 01 May 2008 04:00:00 +0100 2000961 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2000960&cid=s_38195_172_f&fid=38195&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18575375%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Psychosocial support (PSS) training programmes after a disaster situation will need to be coordinated by a nodal agency. Too many players on the field with their own agenda do not benefit the community and can well be a waste of resources. PMID: 18575375 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE] (Source: The International Journal of Social Psychiatry) The International Journal of Social Psychiatry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2000960 Thu, 01 May 2008 04:00:00 +0100 2000960