scholarly journals COVID-19 Pandemic and Mental Health Status of Saudi Citizens Living Abroad

2021 ◽  
Vol 18 (15) ◽  
pp. 7857
Author(s):  
Marwah Ahmed Behisi ◽  
Hussain M. Altaweel ◽  
Reham F. Gassas ◽  
Mansour Aldehaiman ◽  
Abdulmajeed A. Alkhamees
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Health Status ◽  
Mental Health Services ◽  
Health Services ◽  
Mental Health Problems ◽  
Psychiatric Symptoms ◽  
Global Mental Health ◽  
Mental Health Status ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Health Crisis

Background: The COVID-19 pandemic is a global health crisis associated with unprecedented levels of morbidity and mortality worldwide. The COVID-19 pandemic has been suggested to contribute to a great burden on global mental health. We assumed that individuals in quarantine outside their home country would be more vulnerable to developing mental health disorders during the current pandemic and might face difficulties in accessing mental health services. Aim: To explore the degree of association between the COVID-19 pandemic and mental health status of Saudi citizens living abroad. Objectives: (1) To measure the prevalence and risk factors of mental health problems among Saudi citizens studying and living abroad during the COVID-19 pandemic; (2) to assess the correlation between the COVID-19 pandemic and mental health status of Saudi citizens living abroad; and (3) to explore the level of anxiety/depression during the COVID-19 pandemic. Methods: A cross-sectional survey was conducted from August 2020 to September 2020 using a self-administrated questionnaire composed of sociodemographic, (GAD-7) and (PHQ-9) scales. Results: A total of 64% of participants experienced psychiatric symptoms during the pandemic, and 34% and 30% met the diagnostic criteria for symptoms of depression and anxiety, respectively. The risk of psychological symptoms was more likely experienced by females, young, single, or divorced, or those who were living alone. In addition, those who lived in the UK and Ireland were more likely to develop depressive and anxiety symptoms. More than 80% appreciated the response of the Saudi government and embassy to meet the MH needs of students undergoing quarantine abroad and in Saudi Arabia. Conclusions: The COVID-19 pandemic represents an unprecedented threat to global mental health. Two-thirds of study participants who were in foreign countries during the COVID-19 pandemic reported anxiety or depressive symptoms. Living away from family and friends was significantly associated with increased loneliness and psychological distress. These and other findings highlight the need to remove barriers preventing easily accessible online mental health services, social and family support, and timely provision of resources.

scholarly journals Mental Health Status, Need, and Unmet Need for Mental Health Services Among U.S. Pacific Islanders

2019 ◽  
Vol 70 (7) ◽  
pp. 578-585 ◽  
Author(s):  
Andrew M. Subica ◽  
Nia Aitaoto ◽  
Bruce G. Link ◽  
Ann Marie Yamada ◽  
Benjamin F. Henwood ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Health Status ◽  
Mental Health Services ◽  
Health Services ◽  
Unmet Need ◽  
Mental Health Status ◽  
Pacific Islanders

scholarly journals The Deinstitutionalization of Lithuanian Mental Health Services in Light of the Evidence-based Practice and Principles of Global Mental Health

2017 ◽  
Vol 15 (15) ◽  
pp. 7
Author(s):  
Ugnė Grigaitė
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Human Rights ◽  
Mental Health Services ◽  
Health Services ◽  
Health Outcomes ◽  
Mental Health Problems ◽  
Global Mental Health ◽  
Mental Health Outcomes ◽  
Major Step ◽  
Current Form

During this time, in which Lithuania is going through the deinstitutionalization of its mental health services, the principles of Global Mental Health are especially relevant. This global field for study, research and practice places a priority on improving mental health outcomes as well as reducing respective inequities for all people worldwide. Scaling-up support services for persons who have mental health problems based on both scientific evidence and human rights has become one of the main focuses for action globally, and the key principles of Global Mental Health apply to the situation in Lithuania as much as they do in a number of other countries. This article explores the critical need to effectively reform the existing mental health care system in the country, which in its current form often results in human rights violations. It points to the idea, based on the global evidence base, that different Lithuanian authorities and other key stakeholders could start working together in an intersectoral way in order to reorganize mental health services from institutional to community-based models of care. It is suggested by this article that a sensible, local application of the broad key principles of Global Mental Health could be a mature and rational step taken by Lithuania. This has the potential to be a major step toward the improvement of human rights and mental health outcomes in the country.

scholarly journals Mental Health Status Among Frontline Prison Police During The Prevention and Control of The COVID-19 Epidemic: A Cross-Sectional Survey From China

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Yong Tian ◽  
Tingyong Feng ◽  
Zhen Wen ◽  
Yipeng Yang ◽  
Jingting Huang
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Logistic Regression ◽  
Health Status ◽  
Prevention And Control ◽  
Mental Health Problems ◽  
Mental Health Status ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Prison Police ◽  
And Control

Abstract Background A global public health emergency triggered by the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) epidemic may have a remarkable psychological impact on the population. There is still limited psychological research on police officers, especially on prison police. The present study aims to identify prevalence and influencing factors on mental health status among frontline prison police in China during the prevention and control of the COVID-19 epidemic. Methods A cross-sectional survey with a sample of 981 frontline prison police was conducted by using snowball sampling approach. The self-administered questionnaire consisted of 4 parts: (i) informed consent form; (ii) socio-demographic section; (iii) work and life situations during the prevention and control of the COVID-19 epidemic; (iv) the Chinese version of the 12-item General Health Questionnaire (GHQ-12). Univariate analysis and multivariable logistic regression were performed to identify factors influencing mental health status. Results The prevalence of being prone to mental health problems (GHQ-12 score ≥ 4) was 33.43% among frontline prison police. The results of GHQ-12 factors analysis that the prison police suffered from psychological issues related to anxiety and depression, which main symptoms were unhappy and depressed, lost sleep over worry and constantly under strain. Multivariate logistic regression analysis revealed that male (OR = 1.573, 95% CI: 1.385–1.853), work in closed jail (OR = 2.203, 95% CI: 2.139–2.297), more night shifts (OR = 2.163, 95% CI: 2.031–2.317 ; OR = 2.749, 95% CI: 2.194–2.901), more smoking (OR = 1.100, 95% CI: 1.037–2.168), poor physical condition (OR = 1.947, 95% CI: 1.478–2.250), chronic or serious illness history (OR = 1.870, 95% CI: 1.314–2.660; OR = 2.214, 95% CI: 1.460–2.812) were risk factor for mental health among frontline prison police, while regular diet (OR = 0.779, 95% CI: 0.539–0.928), more physical exercise (OR = 0.702, 95% CI: 0.548–0.899; OR = 0.641, 95% CI: 0.316–0.887), more communication with family members (OR = 0.437, 95% CI: 0.295–0.616) were protective factor. Conclusion The frontline prison police exhibited a high tendency toward mental health problems during the prevention and control of this epidemic. Therefore, continued surveillance of psychological problems and targeted mental health care for frontline prison police were urgently.

scholarly journals AN ASSESSMENT OF THE STIGMATIZATION OF SCHOOL COUNSELING SERVICES IN DEVELOPING COUNTRIES

2017 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Yvonne Larrier ◽  
Valerie Ratner
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Developing Countries ◽  
Mental Health Services ◽  
Health Services ◽  
School Counseling ◽  
Mental Health Problems ◽  
Global Mental Health ◽  
Counseling Services ◽  
Counseling Training ◽  
Training Resources

Developing countries are a primary focus in evaluating global mental health. The field of school counseling has the potential to act as the bridge between mental health needs and the delivery of evidence-based support. Research efforts to evaluate the underdevelopment and underutilization of mental health services in developing countries may assist in reducing stigmatization of counseling services, and subsequently promote the advocacy of culturally specific needs (Raney & Çinarbas, 2005). Stigmatization of mental health services is proposed as a hindrance in the development of school counseling programs. Researchers aim to decrease stigma in both community and school settings in the advocacy of students in developing countries. Efforts to investigate societal beliefs and stigmatization include analysis of general community, administrative, and teacher perspectives (Stockton & Güneri, 2011; Ibeziako, Omigbodun, & Bella, 2008). Ibeziako et al. (2008) argues that “despite evidence on the prevalence of child mental health problems and disorders in developing societies, there has been limited research on how these problems are perceived…”. The literature review at hand aims to provide an assessment of research on perceptions of mental health in developing countries in relation to school counseling services. The research collected places emphasis in analysis of developing countries’ counseling training resources, school counseling identity, perception of mental health issues, and implications in culturally-sensitive counseling development.

scholarly journals Potentialities and challenges of digital health in psychiatry in Kashmir, India

2021 ◽  
Vol 7 ◽  
pp. 205520762110199
Author(s):  
Sheikh Shoib ◽  
SM Yasir Arafat
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Health Status ◽  
Mental Health Services ◽  
Health Services ◽  
Digital Health ◽  
Unmet Need ◽  
Cost Effective ◽  
Mental Health Status ◽  
Effective Strategy ◽  
Kashmiri Population

Telepsychiatry has been recommended as a cost-effective strategy to meet the high unmet need for mental health services to the remote and areas with conflict. The current COVID-19 pandemic along with lockdown measures to prevent the spread of the disease has worsened the mental health status of the Kashmiri population.

scholarly journals Study the Mental Health Status of the Newly Recruited Ayurvedic Medical Practitioners in Sri Lanka

2021 ◽  
pp. 63-70
Author(s):  
B. L. Edirisinghe ◽  
W. M. S. S. K. Kulathunga
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Health Status ◽  
Mental Health Problems ◽  
Health Problems ◽  
Normal Weight ◽  
Mental Health Status ◽  
Survey Study ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Medical Practitioners

Mental and behavioral disorders are the 13% of the global burden of diseases. Mental health problems are common among children and young people estimated 13.4% affected by any metal disorders.(3) Today mental health problems are emerging more strongly as a public health problems presenting increase of the prevalence of substance and alcohol abuse and the world‘s highest suicide rates. Objective of this survey is study was to identify the mental health status of the newly recruited Ayurvedic medical Practitioners. Descriptive cross sectional survey study was carried out among total population of newly recruited Ayurvedic Practitioners by using self-administered questionnaire. Study conducted at the Institute of Indigenous Medicine. Data collection was carried out by the principal investigator during the period of their training. The response rate was 85.7% (107). The female doctors represented the majority of the participants measured 70.15 (75). Age ranged from 25-45years with mean of 33.1 (SD 2.30). Findings from the study revealed 100 (93.5%) of the respondents are within age range 31-40 yrs. The marital status of the respondents were 82.2% (88) of them are married, unmarried 15.9% (17) and widower 1.9%(2). 95.3% (102) of the respondents are Buddhists and 4.7% (5) are Christians. Also study indicates those 46.7% (50) respondents from semi urban, 42.1% (45) from urban and 11.2% (12) from rural. Nutritional status of the respondents, 56.1% (60) of them are with normal weight, 5.6%(6) of them were underweight and 38.3% (41) overweight. The majority of the respondents 90.7% (97) are with Normal mental health. But 9.3% of the respondents were presented with mild impairment.

scholarly journals The Effect of Mental Health Status on the Quality of Life of Faculty of Medicine Students during the Pandemic Coronavirus Disease 2019 Period

2021 ◽  
Vol 9 (E) ◽  
pp. 645-652
Author(s):  
Agustina Arundina Triharja Tejoyuwono ◽  
Rangga Putra Nugraha ◽  
Faisal Kholid Fahdi
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Mental Health ◽  
Health Status ◽  
Physical Health ◽  
Social Relationships ◽  
Psychological Health ◽  
Mental Health Problems ◽  
Mental Health Status ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey

BACKGROUND: The spread of Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) disease which has not been balanced with effective protocols can create mental health problems which could affect the quality of life; as of today, there is not any research that examines the influence of both factors. AIM: This study purpose was to analyze the mental health status on the quality of life amongst medicine students during COVID-19 period. METHODS: This is a cross-sectional survey on 361 students from Faculty of Medicine Tanjungpura University. This study was conducted from June 2019 to November 2020 by spreading Depression Anxiety Stress Scale questionnaire and a WHOQOL-BREF questionnaire through online. The data analysis was administered using Kruskal–Wallis statistics. RESULT: The students’ mental health status was dominantly on the normal category with depression domain by 323 students (89.5%), anxiety domain by 311 students (86.1%), and stress domain by 343 students (95%). The quality of life measurement was in category medium in all domains which are physical health (88.6%), psychological health (92.5%), social relationships (50.7%), and environment (78.7%). There was significant effect of mental health status of depression and anxiety toward the aspect of physical health, psychological health, and social relationships (p < 0.05). Stress significantly influenced all domains of quality of life, and there was no significant effect of mental health status domain depression (p = 0.051) and anxiety (p = 0.881) toward the environment aspect. CONCLUSION: Students’ mental health status in this research belongs to the category normal with moderate level in quality of life. To compare, there was a significant effect of mental health status toward the quality of life domains. The good application of self-coping mechanisms and the social encouragement from the environment is suitable intervention strategies during the pandemic COVID-19 period.

scholarly journals Analysis of a School-Based Behavioral Health Program: Exploring the Value of Mental Health Services for Vulnerable Students

2020 ◽  
Vol 5 (2) ◽  
pp. 77-85
Author(s):  
Lora Ross ◽  
Bipasha Biswas ◽  
Beth Halaas ◽  
Heidi Jones
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Health Status ◽  
Mental Health Services ◽  
Health Services ◽  
Behavioral Health ◽  
School Administrators ◽  
Mental Health Status ◽  
Health Improvement ◽  
School Based ◽  
K 12

This paper explores the effectiveness of public school-based mental health treatment for K-12 students. Extant clinical data from 2017- 2018 for behavioral health service recipients (n = 874) was used in this analysis. Relationships among clinical diagnosis at discharge, duration in treatment, student participation, and status of mental health improvement were examined. Logistic regression explored associations among variables of interest. Results indicate 74.3% (n = 649) of students were identified by clinicians with improvement in mental health status at discharge. The most prominent mental health diagnoses being treated in the schools were depression, anxiety, and trauma. Students involved in treatment were over 15 times more likely to be categorized as having an improved mental health status; students who lacked participation were 63% less likely to improve. Our results highlight the necessity for school administrators to prioritize and support school-based mental health services. The findings provide school administrators guidance, evidence, and impetus for implementing effective school-based mental health programs.

scholarly journals Alcohol consumption, mental health status, and treatment in Nigeria and Uganda

2018 ◽  
Vol 7 (1) ◽  
pp. 40-47
Author(s):  
Birgitte Thylstrup ◽  
Kim Bloomfield ◽  
Abdu K Seid
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Health Status ◽  
Alcohol Consumption ◽  
Mental Health Problems ◽  
Health Problems ◽  
Mental Health Status ◽  
Heavy Episodic Drinking ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Treatment Services ◽  
The Relationship

Background: The current level of alcohol consumption has placed Nigeria and Uganda in the group of high consumption countries, however little is known about how people with problematic alcohol use and related problems utilize treatment services. Aims: This study examined the relationship between alcohol consumption and mental health status in Nigeria and Uganda, and the relationship between heavy episodic drinking and treatment-seeking and treatment-receiving behavior. Data and methods: Analyses were based on cross-sectional survey data from Nigeria (N= 2018) and Uganda (N=1478) aged > 18 years from the 2003 Gender, Alcohol, and Culture: An International Study (GENACIS). Results: In both countries, the level of alcohol consumption was comparatively high, however, associations between drinking status and mental health problems were found only in Nigeria. Heavy episodic drinkers were more likely to report having sought help in both countries, only in Nigeria was it also related to ever receiving help. Conclusion: National strategies in both countries must continue allocation of resources to treatment services, supporting treatment availability and early identification of alcohol and related mental health problems. Implementation of national alcohol policies should be followed up with assessment and adjustments.

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