Mental health outcomes during COVID-19: A scoping review & recommendations for geriatrics research

AimsThis scoping review determines the breadth and outcomes of controlled trials testing the effect of physical activity/exercise interventions across mental health outcomes in young people with a mental disorder.MethodsThe literature search was conducted using the open-access ‘Evidence Finder’, a comprehensive youth mental health-specific database that is systematically populated from MEDLINE, Embase, PsycINFO and Cochrane CENTRAL databases.ResultsSixteen publications were identified after meeting the following eligibility criteria: (1) participants were young people (mean age 12–25.9 years) with a mental disorder diagnosed by a trained clinician or by reaching a predefined cut score on a symptom measure, (2) interventions were exercise, (3) designs were randomised or non-randomised controlled trials, (4) outcomes were mental health related. Eight studies included young people with depression, three included people with psychosis/schizophrenia, three included people with eating disorders and two included people with anxiety. The available evidence suggests that moderate-to-vigorous-intensity exercise may be beneficial, particularly for reducing depression. The available evidence for other intervention intensities, and for other mental disorders, is mixed.ConclusionsOverall, the evidence regarding the impact of exercise interventions on a range of mental health outcomes in clinical populations of young people with various mental disorders looks promising but requires further development. Findings from this scoping review can inform the development of future exercise interventions in the youth mental health field.

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Physical activity and exercise in youth mental health promotion: a scoping review

BMJ Open Sport & Exercise Medicine ◽

10.1136/bmjsem-2019-000677 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 6 (1) ◽

pp. e000677 ◽

Cited By ~ 12

Author(s):

Michaela Pascoe ◽

Alan P Bailey ◽

Melinda Craike ◽

Tim Carter ◽

Rhiannon Patten ◽

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Keyword(s):

Mental Health ◽

Physical Activity ◽

Health Promotion ◽

Young People ◽

Health Outcomes ◽

Scoping Review ◽

Mental Health Promotion ◽

Mental Health Outcomes ◽

Exercise Interventions ◽

Indicated Prevention

Background/AimThis scoping review examined the breadth and outcomes of controlled trials testing the effect of physical activity and exercise interventions across all mental health outcomes for mental health promotion and indicated prevention studies in young people.MethodsThe literature search was conducted using ‘Evidence Finder’.ResultsThirty publications were included. Available evidence suggested that interventions of varying intensity may lead to a reduction in depression symptoms and that moderate-to-vigorous-intensity and light-intensity interventions may reduce anxiety symptoms. Effects of physical activity/exercise interventions on additional mental health outcomes were also shown; however, the number of studies was small, indicating a limited evidence base. Robust research regarding the effects of physical activity/exercise on mental health promotion and as an indicated prevention strategy in young people is lacking.ConclusionThe available evidence suggests that physical activity/exercise is a promising mental health promotion and early intervention strategy and warrants further investigation.

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Mental health services designed for Black, Asian and Minority Ethnics (BAME) in the UK: a scoping review of case studies

Mental Health and Social Inclusion ◽

10.1108/mhsi-10-2019-0031 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 24 (2) ◽

pp. 81-95

Author(s):

Mariam Vahdaninia ◽

Bibha Simkhada ◽

Edwin van Teijlingen ◽

Hannah Blunt ◽

Alan Mercel-Sanca

Keyword(s):

Mental Health ◽

Mental Health Services ◽

Health Services ◽

Health Outcomes ◽

Scoping Review ◽

Asylum Seekers ◽

Mental Health Outcomes ◽

Content Type ◽

The Past ◽

The Uk

Purpose Mental health disparities exist among Black, Asian and Minority Ethnics (BAME) populations. This paper aims to provide an overview of mental health services designed for the BAME population in the UK, both established BAME communities and refugee/asylum-seekers. Design/methodology/approach A range of electronic databases were searched for peer-reviewed studies conducted within the past decade in the UK. Using the Arksey and O’Malley methodology, data were extracted, analysed and summarised. Findings A total of 13 papers were identified, mostly non-randomised community-based. Studies were very heterogeneous in terms of their sample and service provided. After the initial appraisal, the authors presented a narrative synthesis. Overall, all studies reported positive mental health outcomes and beneficial effects. Research limitations/implications Because of the time limitations and quality of the papers, the authors only included peer-reviewed journal papers. Practical implications Mental health services provided for BAME people, both established and refugee/asylum-seekers are feasible and improve engagement with the services and mental health outcomes. Initiatives are required to facilitate the integration of these targeted services within mental health and community services for BAME in the UK. Originality/value This scoping review is a snapshot of the mental health services designed for BAME people in the UK, either established or refugee/asylum-seekers in the past 10 years and adds to the evidence-based knowledge from these studies.

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Research trends in farmers’ mental health: A scoping review of mental health outcomes and interventions among farming populations worldwide

PLoS ONE ◽

10.1371/journal.pone.0225661 ◽

2019 ◽

Vol 14 (12) ◽

pp. e0225661 ◽

Cited By ~ 6

Author(s):

Briana N. M. Hagen ◽

Ashley Albright ◽

Jan Sargeant ◽

Charlotte B. Winder ◽

Sherilee L. Harper ◽

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Keyword(s):

Mental Health ◽

Health Outcomes ◽

Scoping Review ◽

Research Trends ◽

Mental Health Outcomes

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Interventions to Optimise Mental Health Outcomes During the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Scoping Review

International Journal of Mental Health and Addiction ◽

10.1007/s11469-021-00558-3 ◽

2021 ◽

Author(s):

Jacqueline Safieh ◽

John Broughan ◽

Geoff McCombe ◽

Niamh McCarthy ◽

Timothy Frawley ◽

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Keyword(s):

Mental Health ◽

Health Outcomes ◽

Scoping Review ◽

Treatment Strategies ◽

Well Being ◽

Poor Mental Health ◽

Mental Health Outcomes ◽

Therapeutic Interventions ◽

Current Evidence ◽

Future Research

AbstractAdverse mental health has been a major consequence of the COVID-19 pandemic. This review examines interventions to enhance mental health outcomes and well-being of populations during COVID-19. Four electronic databases (MEDLINE, PsycINFO, Embase, and CINAHL) were searched following Arskey and O’Malley’s six-staged scoping review process. Twenty studies were included in the review. Various study populations were included to ensure greater generalisability of results. Interventions informing treatment of mental health concerns during COVID-19 were included and classified into (a) prevention of poor mental health, (b) therapeutic interventions, and (c) other interventions. Preventative strategies (n = 16) included public health education, modified social media use, technology-based interventions, physical activity, policy adaptations, and therapeutic interventions. Treatment strategies (n = 7) included adapting existing treatment and the creation new treatment programmes and platforms. While current evidence is promising, future research should focus on novel effective interventions to address mental health issues during the pandemic.

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Experience of child welfare services and long-term adult mental health outcomes: a scoping review

Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology ◽

10.1007/s00127-021-02069-x ◽

2021 ◽

Author(s):

Sarah McKenna ◽

Michael Donnelly ◽

Ifeoma N. Onyeka ◽

Dermot O’Reilly ◽

Aideen Maguire

Keyword(s):

Mental Health ◽

Child Welfare ◽

Health Outcomes ◽

Scoping Review ◽

Mental Health Outcomes ◽

Service Utilisation ◽

Child Welfare Services ◽

Welfare Service ◽

Welfare Services ◽

Adult Mental Health

Abstract Purpose This is the first comprehensive review of empirical research that investigated the association between receipt of child welfare services and adult mental health outcomes. The review summarised the results of studies about mental health outcomes of adults with a history of child welfare involvement. Methods A scoping review methodology was used to search five electronic databases (MEDLINE, EMBASE, PsychINFO, IBSS, Social Policy and Practice). Studies were included if they examined any child welfare exposure (including receipt of services while remaining at home/being placed in care) and adult mental health status. Results In total 4591 records were retrieved, of which 55 met the eligibility criteria. Overall, receipt of child welfare services was associated with an increased risk of adult mental ill-health, suicide attempt and completed suicide. Results regarding potential moderating factors, such as gender and care-related experiences, were mixed. Relatively few studies investigated the reasons for requiring child welfare services, the experience of abuse or neglect or the adult outcomes of child welfare service users who remained in their own homes. Mental ill-health was defined and measured heterogeneously and details about the nature and type of welfare service utilisation were lacking. Conclusion There is a need for detailed, longitudinal studies to better understand the relative contribution of pre-existing adversity versus experiences during and after exposure to child welfare services on adult mental health outcomes. More standardised measures of mental ill-health and greater detail from authors on specific care exposure are also needed.

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Simulation and mental health outcomes: a scoping review

Advances in Simulation ◽

10.1186/s41077-016-0035-9 ◽

2017 ◽

Vol 2 (1) ◽

Cited By ~ 14

Author(s):

Brett Williams ◽

Priya Reddy ◽

Stuart Marshall ◽

Bronwyn Beovich ◽

Lesley McKarney

Keyword(s):

Mental Health ◽

Health Outcomes ◽

Scoping Review ◽

Mental Health Outcomes

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Examining the mental health outcomes of school-based peer-led interventions on young people: A scoping review of range and a systematic review of effectiveness

PLoS ONE ◽

10.1371/journal.pone.0249553 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 16 (4) ◽

pp. e0249553

Author(s):

Thomas King ◽

Mina Fazel

Keyword(s):

Mental Health ◽

Systematic Review ◽

Health Outcomes ◽

Scoping Review ◽

Social Stress ◽

Evidence Base ◽

Mental Health Outcomes ◽

Peer Leaders ◽

Eligibility Criteria

Schools worldwide have implemented many different peer-led interventions with mixed results, but the evidence base on their effectiveness as mental health interventions remains limited. This study combines a scoping review and systematic review to map the variations of peer-led interventions in schools and to evaluate the quality of the existing evidence base. This scoping review and systematic review evaluated the existing literature across 11 academic databases. Studies were included if they reported a peer-led intervention that aimed to address a mental health or wellbeing issue using a peer from the same school setting. Data were extracted from published and unpublished reports and presented as a narrative synthesis. 54 studies met eligibility criteria for the scoping review, showing that peer-led interventions have been used to address a range of mental health and wellbeing issues globally. 11 studies met eligibility criteria for the systematic review with a total of 2,239 participants eligible for analysis (929 peer leaders; 1,310 peer recipients). Two studies out of seven that looked at peer leaders showed significant improvements in self-esteem and social stress, with one study showing an increase in guilt. Two studies out of five that looked at peer recipient outcomes showed significant improvements in self-confidence and in a quality of life measure, with one study showing an increase in learning stress and a decrease in overall mental health scores. The findings from these reviews show that despite widespread use of peer-led interventions, the evidence base for mental health outcomes is sparse. There appear to be better documented benefits of participation for those who are chosen and trained to be a peer leader, than for recipients. However, the small number of included studies means any conclusions about effectiveness are tentative.

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