Stress underestimation and mental health literacy of depression in Japanese workers: A cross-sectional study

2018 ◽  
Vol 262 ◽  
pp. 221-228 ◽  
Author(s):  
Nanako Nakamura-Taira ◽  
Shuhei Izawa ◽  
Kosuke Chris Yamada
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Health Literacy ◽  
Mental Health Literacy ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Japanese Workers

scholarly journals Mental health literacy and quality of life in Iran: a cross-sectional study

2021 ◽  
Vol 21 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Alireza Jafari ◽  
Mahbobeh Nejatian ◽  
Vahideh Momeniyan ◽  
Fatemeh Ramezani Barsalani ◽  
Hadi Tehrani
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Mental Health ◽  
Mental Illness ◽  
Logistic Regression ◽  
Health Literacy ◽  
Mental Health Literacy ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional

Abstract Background Mental health is one of the effective factors in the quality of life of people. The aim of the present study was to determine the status of mental health literacy (MHL) and its relationship with the quality of life across the Iranian general population. Methods In this cross-sectional study, a multi-stage sampling method was used to survey 1070 participants from the city of Gonabad (Iran). The data collection tools were demographics section, mental health literacy scale (MHLS), and quality of life (SF-12) questionnaires. The data was analyzed by SPSS software version 24 using Independent sample t- test, One- way ANOVA, Pearson correlation, and logistic regression. Results The mean and standard deviation of the total scores of MHL and quality of life were 113.54 (10.34) and 35.26 (6.42), respectively. The results revealed that there was a significant positive correlation between MHL and the quality of life (p < 0.001). In this study, there was a significant relationship between variables of sex, level of education, plus received information about mental illness and MHL (p < 0.001). The quality of life was higher in participants whose family members did not have a mental illness, had a high-income level, and received information about mental illness (p < 0.001). Logistic regression indicated that there was a significant relationship between the ability to recognize mental disorders plus knowledge of where to seek information and obtaining information related to mental health (p < 0.001). Conclusion Based on the results of this study, there was a correlation between health literacy and quality of life, and more attention should be paid to MHL. Thus, appropriate programs should be designed and implemented to enhance the level of MHL.

scholarly journals Mental health literacy among undergraduate students of a Saudi tertiary institution: a cross-sectional study

2016 ◽  
Vol 8 (2) ◽  
pp. 35-39 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mohamed S. Mahfouz ◽  
Abdulwahab Aqeeli ◽  
Anwar M. Makeen ◽  
Ramzi M. Hakami ◽  
Hatim H. Najmi ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Mental Illness ◽  
Health Literacy ◽  
Undergraduate Students ◽  
Mentally Ill ◽  
Mental Health Literacy ◽  
Psychiatric Patients ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional

The issue of mental health literacy has been widely studied in developed countries, with few studies conducted in Arab countries. In this study we aimed to investigate mental health literacy and attitudes towards psychiatric patients among students of Jazan University, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. A cross-sectional study was conducted among undergraduate students using a validated Arabic-version questionnaire. A total of 557 students were recruited from different Jazan university colleges. The majority of students (90.3%) have intermediate mental health literacy. Regarding the etiology of mental illness, students agreed that genetic inheritance (45.8%), poor quality of life (65%) and social relationship weakness (73.1%) are the main causes of mental illness. The majority thought that mentally ill people are not capable of true friendships (52.5%) and that anyone can suffer from a mental illness (49.4%). Students' attitudes towards psychiatric patients were mixed, with 68.7% reporting that they could maintain a friendship with a mentally ill person and that people with mental illness should have the same rights as anyone else (82.5%). Mental health literacy among university students was intermediate. There is an urgent need for health educational programs to change the attitudes of students regarding this important health issue.

Mental Health Literacy in Iranian Adolescents

2021 ◽  
Vol 15 (6) ◽  
pp. 1551-1556
Author(s):  
Arezoo . ◽  
Behbood . ◽  
Alireza . ◽  
Salehi . ◽  
Hossein . ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
At Risk ◽  
High School Students ◽  
Health Literacy ◽  
Information Seeking ◽  
Mental Health Literacy ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
School Students ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Health Illiteracy

Background: Mental health literacy (MHL) is a relatively ignored determinant of community mental health in Iran, in which its level and determinants should be addressed. Aim: To investigate MHL and its components among Iranian adolescents. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted. After multistage cluster random sampling, 500 high school students were enrolled. Previously validated Persian version of theMHL Scale (MHLS) was used for data collection. In addition, data on socio-demographic variables were also collected. Adolescents with an MHL score of less than 60% of the achievable score were considered as at-risk of mental health illiteracy. Relevant statistical analyses were used to determine the MHL level and its association with sociodemographic variables. Results: Overall prevalence of being at-risk of mental health illiteracy was estimated at 71.5 % (95% CI: 67.1, 75.6). Prevalence of being at-risk of stigmatization, inadequate self-help knowledge, and information seeking was 91.2 (95% CI: 88.3, 93.7), 60.3 (95% CI: 59.8, 60.8), and 36.6 (95% CI: 36.1, 37.1), respectively. Having religious beliefs was associated with the stigmatization component (adjusted OR= 2.66, 95% CI: 1.27-5.59). Conclusions: Prevalence of being at-risk of mental health illiteracy is high among Iranian adolescents. Mental disorders are highly stigmatized in Iran. Keywords: Mental Health Literacy, Health Literacy, Adolescent, Iran, Mental Disorder

scholarly journals Vietnamese High School Students’ Perception of Mental Health Literacy

2020 ◽  
Vol 14 (3-4) ◽  
Author(s):  
Hai The Hoang
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
High School ◽  
High School Students ◽  
Health Literacy ◽  
Mental Health Literacy ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
School Students ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Stage Of Development ◽  
Search For Information

ABSTRACT Literacy in mental health includes the ability to identify specific disorders; the ability to find information on mental health; awareness about risk factors and causes, available self-treatment and care; and attitudes which encourage identification and effective assistance. High school students, with solid yet inconsistent growth both physically and mentally, are a critical stage of development. In addition, most psychological disorders typically occur around the age of 14 years. However, few studies, especially in Vietnam, have considered the mental health literacy of high school learners. The goal of this research was to examine and analyze the mental health literacy of Vietnamese high school students. A cross-sectional study utilizing Mental Health Literacy Scale was conducted with 580 high school students. Vietnamese high school students did not have full understanding of mental health disorders despite their willingness to search for information about mental illness.

scholarly journals Psychometric of Iranian version of Mental Health Literacy Scale(MHLS)

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mahboobeh Nejatian ◽  
Hadi Tehrani ◽  
Hanieh Momenian ◽  
Alireza Jafari
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Health Literacy ◽  
Help Seeking ◽  
Mental Health Literacy ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Multi Stage ◽  
Iranian Version ◽  
Risk Rate ◽  
Item Knowledge

Abstract Background: The risk rate for the incidence of any mental disorder is 50%, and the prevalence of mental disorders is increasing. This study aimed to evaluate the psychometric of the Iranian Version of Mental Health Literacy Scale(MHLS).Methods: This cross-sectional study was conducted with a multi-stage sampling method with the participation of 1363 individuals in the general population. The formal, content and construct validity were used for validation of MHLS. Cronbach’s alpha coefficient was used for the reliability of MHLS. Confirmatory factor analysis(CFA) was performed using AMOS software Version 24.Results: After performing the CFA, the final version of the MHLS included a total of 29 items, which consisted knowledge of where to seek information (4 item), Ability to recognize disorders (8 item), knowledge of self-treatment (2 item), knowledge of risk factors and causes (2 item), Attitudes that promote recognition or appropriate help-seeking behavior (10 item), and knowledge of professional help available (3 item). In the CFA test, the six items were deleted.Conclusion: Due to the lack of appropriate tools for measuring health literacy in the Iranian population, the 29-item MHLS with six subscales is a valid and reliable tool for measuring mental health literacy in the population.

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