Mental Health Paraprofessional Training for Filipina Foreign Domestic Workers in Singapore: Feasibility and Effects on Knowledge About Depression and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Skills

2017 ◽  
Vol 41 (S1) ◽  
pp. S626-S626
Author(s):  
M.H.M. Wong ◽  
S.L. Keng ◽  
P.J.B. Buck ◽  
T. Ostbye ◽  
A. Wessels ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Mental Health Problems ◽  
Intervention Group ◽  
Domestic Workers ◽  
Stepped Care ◽  
High Rate ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Wait List ◽  
Paraprofessional Training ◽  
Foreign Domestic Workers

IntroductionApproximately one in every five Singaporean households employs Foreign Domestic Workers (FDWs) (Humanitarian Organization for Migration Economics [Home], 2015). Mental health problems, especially depression, are prevalent among FDWs in Singapore (HOME, 2015). Yet, there is a lack of empirically-supported interventions to address their mental health needs.ObjectiveTo train FDWs as mental health paraprofessionals with selected CBT skills for depression, which may enable them to provide basic assistance to their fellow domestic workers with depressive symptoms.AimsTo present and assess the effectiveness and acceptability of a 4 weekly 3-hour group CBT-based paraprofessional training program for FDWs.MethodsParticipants were randomized into either an intervention or a wait-list control group. Participants in the wait-list group received the training after the intervention group completed the training. Both groups completed questionnaires assessing attitudes towards seeking psychological help; stigma towards people with depression; self-confidence in delivering CBT; general self-efficacy; knowledge of depression and CBT before, immediately after, and two months following the training.ResultsThirty-eight out of 40 participants completed the program. Both groups did not differ on changes in any of the outcome variables. However, within-group analyses showed improved attitudes towards seeking professional health for mental health issues; greater depression literacy; and CBT knowledge following the training. These changes were sustained at 2-month follow-up. All participants indicated high level of satisfaction with the program.ConclusionsThese preliminary results highlight the potential effectiveness and feasibility of implementing the training as a stepped-care mental health service to address the high rate of depression among the FDW community.Disclosure of interestThe authors have not supplied their declaration of competing interest.

Effects of Mental Health Paraprofessional Training for Filipina Foreign Domestic Workers in Singapore

2019 ◽  
Vol 22 (3) ◽  
pp. 571-579
Author(s):  
M. H. M. Wong ◽  
Shian-Ling Keng ◽  
P. J. Buck ◽  
S. Suthendran ◽  
A. Wessels ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Domestic Workers ◽  
Paraprofessional Training ◽  
Foreign Domestic Workers

scholarly journals The Effect of Physiotherapy Group Intervention in Reducing Pain Disorders and Mental Health Symptoms among Syrian Refugees: A Randomized Controlled Trial

2020 ◽  
Vol 17 (24) ◽  
pp. 9468
Author(s):  
Wegdan Hasha ◽  
Jannicke Igland ◽  
Lars T. Fadnes ◽  
Bernadette Kumar ◽  
Jasmin Haj-Younes ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Chronic Pain ◽  
Mental Health Problems ◽  
Controlled Trial ◽  
General Health Questionnaire ◽  
Intervention Group ◽  
Complex Interventions ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Syrian Refugees ◽  
The Impact

Chronic pain is common among refugees, and often related to mental health problems. Its management, however, is often challenging. A randomized waitlist-controlled trial was designed to study the effect of group physiotherapy activity and awareness intervention (PAAI) on reducing pain disorders, and secondarily improving mental health, among Syrian refugees. A total of 101 adult Syrian refugees suffering from chronic pain were randomized to either the intervention group or the control group, which thereafter also received PAAI after a waiting period. Pain intensity measured by the Brief Pain Inventory (BPI) was the primary outcome. Scores from the Impact of Events Scale-Revised (IES-R 22) and the General Health Questionnaire (GHQ-12) were secondary outcomes. Intention-to-treat analyses (ITT) showed no effect of the intervention on either pain levels (regression coefficient [B {95% CI} of 0.03 {−0.91, 0.96}], IESR scores [4.8 {−3.7, 13.4}] or GHQ-12 scores [−0.4 {−3.1, 2.3}]). Yet, participants highly appreciated the intervention. Despite the negative findings, our study contributes to the evidence base necessary to plan targeted and effective health care services for refugees suffering from chronic pain and highlights the challenge of evaluating complex interventions adapted to a specific group.

scholarly journals Effect of Surya Namaskara on Mental Health, Self-control and Mindfulness of Adolescent School Children.

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Niranjan Parajuli ◽  
Mutturaj Shindhe ◽  
Balaram Pradhan
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
School Children ◽  
Private School ◽  
Mental Health Problems ◽  
General Health Questionnaire ◽  
Intervention Group ◽  
Self Control ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Large Sample Size ◽  
Significant Difference

Abstract BackgroundA big portion of adolescent school children suffers from mental health problems. Low self-control and mindfulness are positively associated with poor mental health. Therefore, the present study was designed to assess the effect of Surya Namaskara (SN) on mental health, self-control, and mindfulness among school children.Method63(39 female and 24 male) students (mean age = 14.24 years and SD = 0.42 years) studying at 9th grade in a private school in Karnataka, India were recruited as participants of the study. The design of the present study was a non-randomized two arms design. Students in grade 9 section ‘A’ (N= 33) were selected as the intervention group. Whereas, students in grade 9 section ‘B’ (N = 30) were considered as a control group. Students in the intervention group were given SN for 15 days. The participants were administrated the Brief Self-control Scale (BSCS), Mindfulness, Attention and Awareness Scale for Adolescents (MAAS-A), and General Health Questionnaire-12 (GHQ-12) questionnaires on the baseline and after 15 days of intervention. ResultsFindings of the present study showed a significant difference in MAAS-A scores [F (1, 54) = 18.47, p < 0.001, ηp2 = 0.26] in within group comparison. There was also a significant interaction (Times*Groups) for BSCS [F (1, 54) = 4.89, p = 0.031, ηp2 = 0.08] and MAAS-A [F (1, 54) = 6.63, p = 0.013, ηp2 = 0.12] scores. Post-hoc analysis showed SN group has significantly high post BSCS score (p = 0.005) and MAAS-A score (p = 0.005) compared to control group. Similarly, there was a significant high BSCS score (p = 0.003) and MAAS-A score (p < 0.001) after SN intervention compare to their respective pre scores. There was no significant change in the GHQ-12 scores in both groups in pre-post comparison.ConclusionThe finding of the present study showed that SN improves self-control and mindfulness in adolescent school children. However, the results of the current study should be confirmed by future studies with robust research design, a large sample size, and advanced tools.

scholarly journals Mindfulness-Based Intervention for Children with Mental Health Problems: a 2-Year Follow-up Randomized Controlled Study

Mindfulness ◽  
2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Katarina Laundy ◽  
Peter Friberg ◽  
Walter Osika ◽  
Yun Chen
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Disruptive Behavior ◽  
Mental Health Problems ◽  
Intervention Group ◽  
Health Problems ◽  
Controlled Study ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Registration Number ◽  
Group A

Abstract Objectives Moderate mental health problems are highly prevalent and increasing in Swedish schoolchildren, elevating risk for future mental and somatic disability. The aim of this study was to determine whether an 8-week mindfulness-based intervention, Training for Mindfulness and Resilience (TMR), mitigates mental health symptoms and increases resilience during a 2-year follow-up. Methods Schoolchildren (aged 9–14 years) reporting moderate mental health problems were randomized into either TMR intervention group (N = 22) or control group, receiving best current practice (N = 12). We used validated questionnaires to measure anxiety, depression, anger, disruptive behavior, self-concept, resilience, stress, and mindfulness before treatment with either TMR or control, as well as at 6 months, 1 year, and 2 years follow-up. Results We found a statistically significant effect of TMR intervention vs control, on resilience, anxiety, anger, and disruptive behavior. Compared to baseline, TMR increased the level of resilience at 6 months (p < .001); anxiety at 1 (p <  = .033) and 2 years (p = .04); anger at 6 months (p = .004) and 2 years (p = .039); disruptive behavior at 6 months (p = .006). In the control group, a decrease in resilience between 6 months and 2 years (p = .05) was observed. No other significant effects were found in the control group. Conclusions This study suggested that TMR improved mental health in schoolchildren with effects on anxiety and anger lasting for 2 years, and on resilience and disruptive behavior lasting for 6 months. Trial Registration Number NCT04806542, date of registration 18th of March 2021, retrospectively registered.

Effects of the Satir Model on Mental Health: A Randomized Controlled Trial

2018 ◽  
Vol 29 (7) ◽  
pp. 775-785 ◽  
Author(s):  
Way Kwok-Wai Lau ◽  
Pamela Pui-Yu Leung ◽  
Catherine Lai-Ping Chung
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Randomized Controlled Trial ◽  
Mental Health Problems ◽  
Controlled Trial ◽  
Intervention Group ◽  
Health Problems ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Mediation Analyses ◽  
Randomized Controlled ◽  
The Relationship

Objective: This randomized controlled trial examined the effect of an intensive experiential workshop based on the Satir growth model (SGM) that aims at cultivating self-transformation. Method: Ninety-six adult participants were randomly assigned to the intervention group (52 participants) or the wait-list control group. The role of self-transformation, measured by the Perceived Self-Transformation Scale, in the relationship between affects and mental health problems was examined using mediation analyses. Results: After the workshop, the intervention group demonstrated higher levels of self-transformation (η2 = .308, p < .001), as well as significant improvement ( p < .001) in positive (η2 = .557) and negative (η2 = .293) affects, self-esteem (η2 = .538), spirituality (η2 = .473), and mental health problems (η2 = .386). Importantly, increased self-transformation after the workshop partially mediated the relationship between reduced negative affect and mental health problems in the intervention group (indirect effect: β = 0.163, 95% confidence interval [0.035, 0.343]). Conclusion: Findings of this study suggest that the SGM-based intervention can be effective in ameliorating mental health problems.

Perinatal Stress, Anxiety, and Depression: Effects of a MBCP Intervention on Mother-infant Interaction

2017 ◽  
Vol 41 (S1) ◽  
pp. S30-S31 ◽  
Author(s):  
S.E. Setterberg ◽  
E. Nissen ◽  
W. Jonas ◽  
M. Niemi
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Perceived Stress ◽  
Mental Health Problems ◽  
Intervention Group ◽  
Depression Scale ◽  
Cumulative Effect ◽  
Public Health Issue ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Depression Symptoms ◽  
Mindfulness Intervention

IntroductionTransition into parenthood is a demanding phase in life and exposes the becoming parents to vulnerability for depression, anxiety and stress. Perinatal mental health problems are a major public health issue and many women suffering from depression during their first year after delivery. High levels of stress during pregnancy are associated with adverse psychological and physiological outcomes for the infant and parents. There seems to be an intergenerational transmission of mental health from parent to infant. The current study evaluated the effectiveness of mindfulness intervention during pregnancy in reducing depression symptoms, anxiety and perceived stress in parents-to-be.ObjectivesAssess whether the mindfulness will improve interaction between mother-infant at 12 months.MethodsPerceived stress scale and Edinburgh postnatal depression scale used to measure stress and depression during pregnancy. Parent child early relational assessment assessed mother-infant interaction.ResultsInhibited parent-infant relationships were more common in the control group comparing to the mindfulness intervention group. This is in line with previous research on periantal depression, anxiety, and stress, showing more dysfunctional dyads. A depressed mother has reduced capability to be alert to her baby's signals, which is necessary for appropriate parent-infant relationship to occur. The cumulative effect of impaired parent-infant relationship is a “depressed dyad” of mother and infant.ConclusionMindfulness intervention reduced depressive symptoms, anxiety, and perceived stress in pregnant women. At 12 months mother-infant relationship assessment, the mindfulness intervention group dyads showed a more attuned mother-infant interaction.Disclosure of interestThe authors have not supplied their declaration of competing interest.

scholarly journals A Digital Intervention to Alleviate Loneliness and Depression Among Older Persons During the COVID-19 Outbreak

2021 ◽  
Vol 5 (Supplement_1) ◽  
pp. 933-934
Author(s):  
Stav Shapira ◽  
Ella Cohn-Schwartz ◽  
Daphna Yeshua-Katz ◽  
Limor Aharonson-Daniel ◽  
A Mark Clarfield ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Older Adults ◽  
Intervention Group ◽  
Community Dwelling ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Wait List ◽  
Wait List Control Group ◽  
Post Intervention ◽  
Wait List Control

Abstract Social distancing has been proven to be effective in reducing infections but may cause ill effects on the mental health of older adults. We evaluated the effects of a short-term virtual group intervention that provided tools to promote better coping, and mitigate adverse mental health effects during the outbreak of the covid-19 pandemic. A Randomized controlled trial tested the effects of a guided intervention comprised of seven online group sessions in which cognitive-behavioral techniques targeting maladaptive beliefs and appraisals were learned and practiced via ZOOM. A total of 82 community-dwelling adults from Israel, aged between 65 - 90 were randomized to either an intervention group (n=64) or a wait-list control group (n=18). Loneliness (UCLA loneliness scale) and depressive symptoms (PHQ-9) were measured pre-intervention, post-intervention, and at 1-month follow-up. The findings showed a significant decrease in loneliness and depression scores in the intervention group with results maintained at 1-month follow-up. There were no significant changes in the wait-list control group. In addition, ten participants (16%) from the intervention group demonstrated a clinically meaningful decrease in depression between baseline and post-intervention, and this was maintained among 7 participants (10%) at 1-month follow-up, compared to only 1 participant (5%) in the control group. Our intervention presents a simple and easy-to-implement tool. Its relevance extends beyond the current pandemic as the skills acquired can be applied in other forms of social crises and during routine life, in order to promote the mental health of older adults who live alone and/or reside in remote areas.

Developing and implementing digital-assisted parent training intervention for disruptive behavior in primary health care

2017 ◽  
Vol 41 (S1) ◽  
pp. S454-S454
Author(s):  
A. Sourander ◽  
T. Ristkari
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Health Care ◽  
Primary Health Care ◽  
Parent Training ◽  
Disruptive Behavior ◽  
Mental Health Problems ◽  
Intervention Group ◽  
Health Clinic ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Primary Health

BackgroundAccording to many epidemiological studies early prevention of mental health problems is essential in childhood. The objectives are:– to determine whether a digital-assisted intervention using whole-population screening that targets the most symptomatic 4-year-old children is effective at 12 months after the start of treatment;– to describe the Finnish Strongest Families intervention model in primary health care.MethodsThe target population was children with high level of DBD symptoms screened from the population of 4-year olds attending annual child health clinic check-ups. The RCT study was conducted in southwest-Finland between 2011 and 2013. In the control group, participants (n = 232) were given access to a parent training website and a telephone call from a coach. Participants (n = 232) in the intervention group received internet and telephone delivered the Finnish Strongest Families program.ResultsDuring the 12-months follow-up results of the intervention showed the behavioural problems of the four-year-old children reduced significantly in the families who participated in the 11-week program compared to the control group. So far, this evidence-based intervention has been implemented in 13 municipalities in Finland and the nationwide implementing process is in progress.ConclusionsTraining parents online and over the telephone significantly decreases preschool children's disruptive behavior. Therefore, it is important to provide low threshold, digitally delivered, family oriented promotion, prevention and early intervention programs in the primary care. More studies are needed to evaluate the long-term effects and cost-effectiveness of digital interventions in preventive mental health care.Disclosure of interestThe authors have not supplied their declaration of competing interest.

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