scholarly journals Post-conflict mental health needs: a cross-sectional survey of trauma, depression and associated factors in Juba, Southern Sudan

2009 ◽  
Vol 9 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Bayard Roberts ◽  
Eliaba Yona Damundu ◽  
Olivia Lomoro ◽  
Egbert Sondorp
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Associated Factors ◽  
Health Needs ◽  
Mental Health Needs ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Southern Sudan ◽  
Post Conflict

scholarly journals Supporting Student’s Mental Health: A Cross-Sectional Survey for School Nurses

Children ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 8 (2) ◽  
pp. 129
Author(s):  
Pihla Markkanen ◽  
Minna Anttila ◽  
Maritta Välimäki
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
School Nurses ◽  
Health Needs ◽  
Similar Proportion ◽  
Mental Health Needs ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Culturally Diverse Students ◽  
Adequate Knowledge ◽  
Mental Health Support

Children’s and adolescents’ health problems are often related to mental health, and their wellbeing should be supported in schools. This study describes school nurses’ role and how equipped they are in recognizing students’ mental health needs and in supporting students’ mental health. Moreover, we explored the methods used and the barriers that exist for supporting students’ mental health. A national survey for members of the Finnish Public Health Association working as school nurses was conducted (n = 136/648, 21%). The survey questionnaire was analyzed using descriptive statistics and qualitative data using manifest content analysis. Participants (n = 127/133, 96%) agreed that they had an important role in ensuring that students’ mental health needs are met on time. Around one-third reported training needs for mental health interventions (n = 42/115, 36%), and a similar proportion (n = 42/136, 31%) indicated lacking adequate knowledge and skills for supporting mental health among culturally diverse students. Identified barriers for students getting help were a lack of options for sending students to mental health services (n = 92/134, 69%) and a lack of adequate training (n = 81/134, 68%). School nurses are key in providing early mental health support to students. Therefore, the availability of intervention education and training on assessing and supporting students’ mental health is needed and should be improved.

scholarly journals Treatment gap and mental health service use among Syrian refugees in Sultanbeyli, Istanbul: a cross-sectional survey

2019 ◽  
Vol 29 ◽  
Author(s):  
D. C. Fuhr ◽  
C. Acarturk ◽  
M. McGrath ◽  
Z. Ilkkursun ◽  
E. Sondorp ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Mental Health Problems ◽  
Health Needs ◽  
Syrian Refugees ◽  
Depression And Anxiety ◽  
Treatment Gap ◽  
Mental Health Needs ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Negative Attitudes

Abstract Aims Syrian refugees may have increased mental health needs due to the frequent exposure to potentially traumatic events and violence experienced during the flight from their home country, breakdown of supportive social networks and daily life stressors related to refugee life. The aim of this study is to report evidence on mental health needs and access to mental health and psychosocial support (MHPSS) among Syrians refugees living in Sultanbeyli-Istanbul, Turkey. Methods A cross-sectional survey was conducted among Syrian refugees aged 18 years or over in Sultanbeyli between February and May 2018. We used random sampling to select respondents by using the registration system of the municipality. Data among 1678 Syrian refugees were collected on mental health outcomes using the Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Checklist (PCL-5) and the Hopkins Symptoms Checklist (HSCL-25) for depression and anxiety. We also collected data on health care utilisation, barriers to seeking and continuing care as well as knowledge and attitudes towards mental health. Descriptive analyses were used. Results The estimated prevalence of symptoms of PTSD, depression and anxiety was 19.6, 34.7 and 36.1%, respectively. In total, 249 respondents (15%) screened positive for either PTSD, depression or anxiety in our survey and self-reported emotional/behavioural problems since arriving in Sultanbeyli. The treatment gap (the proportion of these 249 people who did not seek care) was 89% for PTSD, 90% for anxiety and 88% for depression. Several structural and attitudinal barriers for not seeking care were reported, including the cost of mental health care, the belief that time would improve symptoms, fear of being stigmatised and lack of knowledge on where and how to get help. Some negative attitudes towards people with mental health problems were reported by respondents. Conclusions Syrian refugees hardly access MHPSS services despite high mental health needs, and despite formally having access to the public mental health system in Turkey. To overcome the treatment gap, MHPSS programmes need to be implemented in the community and need to overcome the barriers to seeking care which were identified in this study. Mental health awareness raising activities should be provided in the community alongside the delivery of psychological interventions. This is to increase help-seeking and to tackle negative attitudes towards mental health and people with mental health problems.

scholarly journals Mental health needs of young offenders in custody and in the community

2006 ◽  
Vol 188 (6) ◽  
pp. 534-540 ◽  
Author(s):  
Prathiba Chitsabesan ◽  
Leo Kroll ◽  
Sue Bailey ◽  
Cassandra Kenning ◽  
Stephanie Sneider ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Social Needs ◽  
Health Needs ◽  
Young Offenders ◽  
Psychosocial Needs ◽  
Mental Health Needs ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Care Programme ◽  
England And Wales

BackgroundResearch has revealed high levels of mental health needs in young offenders but many studies have been small, focusing on specific populations.AimsTo evaluate the mental health and psychosocial needs of a nationally representative sample of juvenile offenders in England and Wales, including female offenders and those from Black and minority ethnic groups.MethodA cross-sectional survey of 301 young offenders, 151 in custody and 150 in the community, was conducted in six geographically representative areas across England and Wales. Each young person was interviewed to obtain demographic information, mental health and social needs, and psychometric data.ResultsYoung offenders were found to have high levels of needs in a number of different areas including mental health (31%), education/work (36%) and social relationships (48%). Young offenders in the community had significantly more needs than those in secure care and needs were often unmet. One in five young offenders was also identified as having a learning disability (IQ < 70).ConclusionsNeeds for young offenders were high but often unmet. This emphasises the importance of structured needs assessment within custody and community settings in conjunction with a care programme approach that improves continuity of care.

A cross sectional survey on physical fitness, mental health and associated factors in mothers of children with special needs

2021 ◽  
pp. 1-8
Author(s):  
R. Jain ◽  
S. Kalra ◽  
S. Pawaria
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Physical Fitness ◽  
Special Needs ◽  
Associated Factors ◽  
Step Test ◽  
Special Needs Children ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Care Giving ◽  
Health And Fitness

Mothers are the primary caregivers of a child. While caring for a special needs child, workload of caring increases by manifold and taking care of these children increases physical & mental overload. There is a dearth of studies that have objectively evaluated mental health and fitness of this group. To study status of physical fitness, mental health and associated factors in mothers of special needs children a cross-sectional survey done on 100 mothers of special needs children from special schools in the Gurugram District, Haryana, India. The Harvard Step test was used to evaluate cardiac fitness. Standard tests were used to evaluate different components of musculoskeletal fitness. Depression was assessed by Beck Depression Inventory. Descriptive statistics were used for data analysis. The Karl Pearson correlation test was used to identify correlations between mental health and fitness components and sociodemographic characteristics. Mean age and body mass index of mothers was 36.15±2.56 years and 27.4±3.25 kg/m2, respectively. 50% of the subjects were overweight, 89% scored poor in cardiopulmonary fitness, 63% had very poor muscle endurance, and 69% had average muscular flexibility. 81% of the mothers had symptoms of clinical depression. Inverse and significant correlation was present between depression and cardiorespiratory fitness (r=-0.197), strength (r=-0.242), and endurance (r=0.209). Income, total number of children and duration of care giving were inversely correlated with depression. Positive correlation was found between type of disability and depression. There was an overall decrement in cardiorespiratory and musculoskeletal fitness. Mental health was found to be poor with a large percentage of participants showing symptoms of depression.

scholarly journals Prevalence of Positive Mental Health and Associated Factors Among Postpartum Women in Canada: Findings from a National Cross-Sectional Survey

2020 ◽  
Vol 24 (6) ◽  
pp. 759-767
Author(s):  
Mélanie Varin ◽  
Elia Palladino ◽  
Heather M. Orpana ◽  
Suzy L. Wong ◽  
Mihaela Gheorghe ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Associated Factors ◽  
Positive Mental Health ◽  
Postpartum Women ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional

scholarly journals Primary care registration of the mental health needs of patients treated at outpatient specialized services: results from a medium-sized city in Brazil

2021 ◽  
Vol 21 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Carlos Alberto dos Santos Treichel ◽  
Ioannis Bakolis ◽  
Rosana Teresa Onocko-Campos
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Primary Care ◽  
Care Center ◽  
Psychosocial Care ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Health Needs ◽  
Inverse Association ◽  
Mental Health Needs ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Specialized Services

Abstract Background Although matrix support seeks to promote integrating Primary Care with specialized mental health services in Brazil, little is known about the quantitative impact of this strategy on sharing cases between different levels of care. The aim of this study was to investigate the prevalence and factors associated with Primary Care registration of the mental health needs of patients treated at outpatient specialized services in a medium-sized city in Brazil with recent implementation of matrix support. Methods This is a document-based cross-sectional study conducted through an analysis of 1198 patients’ medical records. Crude and adjusted associations with the outcome were explored using logistic regression. Results The prevalence of cases registered in Primary Care was 40% (n = 479). Evidence was found for associations between the outcome and the patients being over 30 years old, and referral by emergency or hospital services. There was conversely an inverse association between the outcome and status as a patient from the Outpatient Clinic or from the Psychosocial Care Center for psychoactive substance misuse. Conclusions Even with the provision of mechanisms for network integration, such as matrix support, our results suggest that more groundwork is necessary to ensure that sharing cases between Primary Care and specialized services is effective.

scholarly journals Knowledge, Beliefs, and Practices of Australian Audiologists in Addressing the Mental Health Needs of Adults With Hearing Loss

2020 ◽  
Vol 29 (2) ◽  
pp. 129-142 ◽  
Author(s):  
Rebecca J. Bennett ◽  
Carly J. Meyer ◽  
Brooke Ryan ◽  
Caitlin Barr ◽  
Emma Laird ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Hearing Loss ◽  
Mental Health Professionals ◽  
Emotional Support ◽  
Current Knowledge ◽  
Preliminary Investigation ◽  
Health Needs ◽  
Mental Health Needs ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Beliefs And Practices

Purpose Emotional and mental health is essential to overall health, but there has been little research on how to approach emotional and mental health in the audiology setting. This study provides a preliminary investigation into the current knowledge, beliefs, and practices of Australian audiologists in addressing the emotional and mental health needs of adults with hearing loss. Method A 22-item survey using open- and closed-ended questions was completed by 95 Australian audiologists using a cross-sectional study design. Results Two thirds of audiologists described being underconfident and lacking the skills required to provide emotional support to people with hearing loss. Barriers to delivering emotional support included feeling out of their depth (56.6%), time/caseload pressures (55.3%), and the perception that the provision of emotional support was not within an audiologist's scope of practice (31.6%). Audiologists described a desire to refer clients to mental health professionals yet highlighted significant barriers, including not knowing who to refer to (54.7%), when to make a referral (49.3%), or how to make a referral (38.6%). Audiologists overwhelmingly (96%) indicated that they would like to develop their knowledge and skills associated with the provision of emotional and mental health support in the audiological setting. Conclusion Knowledge, skills, and time were identified as the key areas that require attention in order to allow audiologists to address the emotional and mental health needs of adults with hearing loss.

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