scholarly journals Children of parents with mental illness in the COVID-19pandemic: A cross-sectional survey in China

2021 ◽  
pp. 102801
Author(s):  
Tianhang Zhou ◽  
Weiran Chen ◽  
Xiujun Liu ◽  
Tingfang Wu ◽  
Liping Wen ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mental Illness ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Parents With Mental Illness

scholarly journals EFFECT OF EDUCATION ON STIGMA AND DISCRIMINATION TOWARDS MENTAL ILLNESS: A MULTIVARIATE ANALYSIS OF COVARIANCE

2021 ◽  
Vol 21 (2) ◽  
pp. 329-337
Author(s):  
Mariana Tumin ◽  
Md Mizanur Rahman ◽  
Zulkifli Jantan
Keyword(s):  
Mental Illness ◽  
Mentally Ill ◽  
Education Level ◽  
Analysis Of Covariance ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Linear Effect ◽  
Stigma And Discrimination ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Related Stigma

People with mental illness often encounter stigma and discrimination. Mental illness-related stigma and discrimination represent the enormous obstacles that stand in the way of delivering mental health care. Little is known about stigma and discrimination toward mental illness in rural Sarawak. Thus, this study aimed to identify the stigma and discrimination towards mental illness among Sarawak’s rural community and the factors affecting them. A cross-sectional survey was carried out on 840 respondent adults aged 21 and above. A validated Community Attitude towards Mental Illness (CAMI) and Discrimination towards Mental Illness questionnaire was used for data collection. A Two-way Multiple Analysis of Covariance (Two-way MANCOVA) test was carried out to determine how much gender and education level influence stigma and discrimination towards mentally ill patients. Analysis showed that there was a statistically significant difference of standardised stigma and discrimination scores with education level (p<.001), but not with gender (p>.05). Age had a positive linear effect on both stigma and discrimination, whereas experience with mentally ill patients negatively affected both stigma and discrimination. Individuals with a lower level of education, older in age, and lesser experience in dealing with the mentally ill would have a higher level of stigma and discrimination towards mental illness. Thus, targeted and practical strategies need to be organised and implemented to combat mental illness-related stigma and discrimination.

scholarly journals Quality of life in patients with severe mental illness: a cross-sectional survey in an integrated outpatient health care model

2020 ◽  
Vol 29 (8) ◽  
pp. 2073-2087 ◽  
Author(s):  
Anne Berghöfer ◽  
Luise Martin ◽  
Sabrina Hense ◽  
Stefan Weinmann ◽  
Stephanie Roll
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Health Care ◽  
Mental Illness ◽  
Severe Mental Illness ◽  
Care Model ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Health Care Model

scholarly journals Attitudes towards mental illness in Malawi: a cross-sectional survey

2012 ◽  
Vol 12 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Jim Crabb ◽  
Robert C Stewart ◽  
Demoubly Kokota ◽  
Neil Masson ◽  
Sylvester Chabunya ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mental Illness ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional

scholarly journals Delays to diagnosis among people with severe mental illness in rural Vietnam, a population-based cross-sectional survey

2019 ◽  
Vol 19 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Trang Nguyen ◽  
Thach Tran ◽  
Sally Green ◽  
Arthur Hsueh ◽  
Tuan Tran ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Mental Illness ◽  
Severe Mental Illness ◽  
Financial Burden ◽  
National Policy ◽  
Mental Health Program ◽  
Population Based ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional

Abstract Background People with severe mental illness (SMI) living in low and middle-income countries can experience extended delays to diagnosis, which hinder access to medical treatment. The aims of this study were to describe the interval to diagnosis among these people in rural Vietnam and its associated factors. Methods A population-based cross-sectional study was conducted among people with SMI in two provinces in Vietnam. The delay to diagnosis was defined as the time between the first abnormal behaviour being observed by family members and the formal diagnosis of psychosis. A multilevel linear regression was used to examine the factors associated with the delay to diagnosis. Results Among 404 people with SMI from 370 households, the median delay to diagnosis was 11.5 months (IQR 0–168.0). Overall, 53.7% had a delay to diagnosis of less than one year (95% CI: 48.81–58.54). The financial burden of these people on their families was nearly USD 470/year. After adjusting for other factors at individual and household levels, living in a Northern province; older age, and having psychotic diagnosis before the implementation of the National Community Mental Health program (2003) were associated with a delay of more than twelve months to diagnosis. Conclusions These data indicate that the implementation of a national policy for community-based care has been effective in reducing the delay to diagnosis in rural Vietnam. Therefore, there is a need for strengthening the program and mental health policies, focusing on public communication to improve mental health literacy and reduce stigma against SMI.

scholarly journals Exploring the knowledge and attitudes of Pakistani university students towards mental illnesses

2014 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ahmed Waqas ◽  
Muhammad Zubair ◽  
Hamza Ghulam ◽  
Muhammad Wajih ullah ◽  
Zubair Tariq ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Social Sciences ◽  
Mental Illness ◽  
University Students ◽  
Treatment Plan ◽  
Mental Illnesses ◽  
Spiritual Leaders ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Knowledge And Attitudes ◽  
Stigma Of Mental Illness

Background: The objectives of the study were to explore the knowledge and attitudes of Pakistani university students toward mental illnesses. People with mental illnesses are challenged not only by their symptoms but also by the prejudices associated with their illness. Acknowledging the stigma of mental illness should be the first essential step toward devising an appropriate treatment plan. Methods: A cross-sectional survey was conducted at the University of Punjab, Lahore, CMH Lahore Medical and Dental College, Lahore, and University of Sargodha, Sub-campus Lahore, from February to May, 2014. The self-administered questionnaire consisted of three sections: demographics, general knowledge of psychiatric illnesses, and a modified form of the Community Attitudes towards Mental Illnesses (CAMI) Scale. The questionnaire was distributed to 650 participants enrolled in different disciplines (Social Sciences, Medicine and Formal Sciences). Results: Response rate was 81% (527/650 respondents). Mean age was 20.98 years. Most of the students (331, 62.8%) had an urban background and studied Social Sciences (238, 45.2%). 418 (79.3%) considered religion very important and most respondents considered psychiatrists (334, 63.4%) and spiritual leaders (72, 13.7%) to be best able to treat mental illnesses. 169 (32.1%) considered black magic to be a cause of mental illness. Only 215 (41%) had ever read an article on mental illnesses. Multiple regression analysis revealed study discipline, exposure, perceived causes of mental illnesses and superstitions to be significantly associated with attitudes towards mental illnesses (p < .05). Conclusion: Although low awareness and exposure were found in this sample of Pakistani university students, their attitude towards mental illnesses was generally positive. Most respondents gave supernatural explanations for mental illnesses but only a few believed that spiritual leaders can play a role in treatment.

scholarly journals Assessment of nursing students’ attitudes and stigma towards mental illness: A cross-sectional study

2020 ◽  
Vol 10 (9) ◽  
pp. 1
Author(s):  
Mohamamd Shammari ◽  
Dania S. Waggas ◽  
Abd Al-Hadi Hasan
Keyword(s):  
Mental Illness ◽  
Nursing Students ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Close Relative ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Convenience Sample ◽  
Stereotyped Attitudes ◽  
Students Attitudes ◽  
Attitudes Toward Mental Illness

This study aimed to assess nursing students’ attitudes toward mental illness in Saudi Arabia. The research design was cross sectional survey. A convenience sample of 315 nursing students. The attitudes towards patients with mental illness questionnaire (AMI) was employed. The results of analysis found that nursing students had favorable attitudes (social relationships) toward people affected by mental illness. Their AMI1 score was slightly higher than the neutral score 20.82. In addition, the findings suggested that students showed slightly affirmative attitudes of tendency to inform others in case oneself or a close relative being mentally ill. 10.50 was the score of AMI2. Nursing students had favorable attitudes towards mental illness despite having negative stereotyped attitudes toward mental illness.

Mental illness among the homeless: prevalence study in a Dublin homeless hostel

2012 ◽  
Vol 29 (1) ◽  
pp. 22-26 ◽  
Author(s):  
Bernice Prinsloo ◽  
Catherine Parr ◽  
Joanne Fenton
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Mental Illness ◽  
Mental Health Training ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Addiction Services ◽  
High Prevalence ◽  
Current Axis ◽  
Axis I ◽  
Staff Research

Objective: To determine the prevalence of mental illness among the residents of a homeless hostel in inner city Dublin.Method: A cross-sectional survey was carried out among hostel residents, as previous studies have indicated that homeless hostel-dwelling men in Dublin constitute the largest single grouping of homeless Irish people. All agreeable residents were interviewed by the authors over an eight-week period using the Structured Clinical Interview for DSM-IV Axis I Disorders (SCID-I) Clinical Version. For each disorder, the current (30-day) and past prevalence was determined.Results: A total of 38 residents were interviewed, resulting in a response rate of 39.2% for the study. A total of 81.6% of residents had a current Axis I diagnosis; this number increased to 89.5% when combining current and past diagnoses. Only four residents had no diagnosis. There was considerable comorbidity between disorders, with a significant number of residents experiencing both mental illness and substance use problems. When considering lifetime diagnoses, 31.6% had a single diagnosis only; 57.9% had two/more diagnoses. Twelve residents (31.6%) had been admitted to a psychiatric hospital during their lifetime. The most prevalent disorders during the past month were Alcohol Dependence (23.7%), Opioid Dependence and Major Depressive Disorder (both 18.4%), Opioid Abuse and Alcohol-Induced Depression (both 7.9%). Only 23.7% of interviewed residents were attending psychiatric or addiction services. A significant number of residents who did not wish to participate in the study were identified by hostel staff as having a confirmed psychiatric diagnosis.Conclusion: The survey demonstrated a very high prevalence of mental disorders among homeless hostel residents. The high prevalence of dual diagnosis highlights the need for greater collaboration between psychiatric services and addiction services. The outcome also points to the importance of providing mental health training to emergency shelter/hostel staff. Research into the mental health status of the homeless should be undertaken regularly if services are to be planned to meet the needs of this vulnerable group.

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