scholarly journals The Association Between Mental Health of HIV Patients and Antiretroviral Medication Adherence

2021 ◽  
Vol In Press (In Press) ◽  
Author(s):  
Mohammadreza Heydari ◽  
Morteza Mehraeen ◽  
Parisa Keshani ◽  
Marjan Faghih
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Health Status ◽  
Medication Adherence ◽  
Mental Disorders ◽  
Low Income ◽  
Female Gender ◽  
Mental Health Status ◽  
Aids Patients ◽  
Antiretroviral Medication ◽  
Hiv Aids

Background: Various factors, like mental disorders, may affect the desire for medication and adherence in HIV/AIDS patients. Objectives: The present study aimed to determine levels of neurotic disorders and associations of disorders level and HAART medication adherence in HIV/AIDS patients. Patients and Methods: Finally, 150 patients of Behavioral Disease Counseling Center of Shiraz were selected by a convenience method and were evaluated by Symptom Checklist-25 (SCL-25) and Medication Adherence Questionnaire (MAQ). Results: Seventy-eight percent of patients had normal mental health status. Also, 83% had very good medication adherence. Female gender, single or divorced, and working in temporary and low-income jobs were associated with decreased mental health status. Higher age and education were associated with increased adherence. Anxiety was the most common and effective disorder. Decreased mental health' status was shown to reduce drug adherence. Conclusions: Treatment of mental disorders, particularly anxiety, can be one of the most effective ways to increase drug compliance in HIV/AIDS patients.

scholarly journals Gender Differences in the Prevalence of Mental Health, Psychological Distress and Psychotropic Medication Consumption in Spain: A Nationwide Population-Based Study

2021 ◽  
Vol 18 (12) ◽  
pp. 6350
Author(s):  
Clara Maestre-Miquel ◽  
Ana López-de-Andrés ◽  
Zichen Ji ◽  
Javier de Miguel-Diez ◽  
Arturo Brocate ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Gender Differences ◽  
Psychological Distress ◽  
Health Status ◽  
Mental Disorders ◽  
Psychotropic Drug ◽  
Smoking Habit ◽  
Mental Health Status ◽  
Drug Consumption ◽  
Self Rated Health

Background: To assess gender differences in the prevalence of self-reported mental disorders, psychological distress and psychotropic drug consumption, and to identify sociodemographic and health-related variables associated with these conditions in the male and female population (aged ≥ 18 years). Methods: A cross-sectional study was carried on 22,141 subjects aged 18 and over, using data from the Spanish National Health Interview Survey 2017. Results: We found an overall prevalence of mental disorders, psychological distress and psychotropic drug consumption of 13.8%, 18.3% and 13.9%, respectively. After multivariable adjustment, women showed significantly increased probabilities of 1.74-fold for mental disorders, 1.26-fold for psychological distress and 1.26-fold for psychotropic drug consumption compared to men. Variables such as gender, age, nationality, marital status, educational level, self-rated health, the presence of different chronic disorders, alcohol consumption and smoking habit were independently associated with mental disorders, psychological distress and psychotropic drug consumption. Several variables showed a differential effect on mental health status and psychotropic drug consumption according to gender. Conclusions: Women suffer from mental disorders, experience psychological distress and consume psychotropic drugs significantly more than men in Spain. Possible explanations for these results may be related to differences in emotional processing, willingness to report diseases and even intrinsic biological traits. Screening for mental health status and psychotropic drug consumption should be considered, particularly in Spanish women, younger adults and individuals who are not married, are obese, have poor self-rated health, suffer from chronic diseases or have a smoking habit.

scholarly journals Food insecurity, low dietary diversity, and poor mental health among Syrian refugee mothers living in vulnerable areas of Greater Beirut, Lebanon

2021 ◽  
pp. 1-47
Author(s):  
Joana Abou-Rizk ◽  
Theresa Jeremias ◽  
Georgiana Cocuz ◽  
Lara Nasreddine ◽  
Lamis Jomaa ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Health Status ◽  
Nutritional Status ◽  
Food Insecurity ◽  
Low Income ◽  
Dietary Diversity ◽  
Poor Mental Health ◽  
Mental Health Status ◽  
Reproductive Age ◽  
Syrian Refugee

Abstract Syrian refugees in Lebanon are facing vulnerabilities that are affecting their food insecurity levels. The objectives of this study were to measure dietary diversity, food insecurity (FI), and mental health status of Syrian refugee mothers in Lebanon and to explore its associations with their anemia and nutritional status. A cross-sectional study was conducted among mothers with children under 5 years (n=433) in Greater Beirut, Lebanon. Dietary diversity was measured using the Minimum Dietary Diversity for Women of Reproductive Age (MDD-W) and FI using the global Food Insecurity Experience Scale (FIES) at the individual level. Depression and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) were measured to assess the maternal mental health status. Data on socio-economic characteristics, anthropometric measurements, and hemoglobin concentrations were collected. Overall, 63.3% of the mothers had a low dietary diversity (LDD) and 34.4% were moderately to severely food insecure, with 12.5% being severely food insecure. The prevalence of PTSD, moderate depression, and severe depression were 13.2%, 11.1%, and 9.9%, respectively. A significant correlation was found between LDD and FI (P<0.001). A low-income was significantly associated with LDD and FI. Poor mental health was significantly associated with FI. LDD and FI were not associated with anemia and nutritional status of mothers. Low-income households had significantly higher intakes of grains and refined starchy staples, whereas high-income households consumed more nutritious foods and sweets. Evidence of inadequate diet quality, FI, and poor mental health among Syrian refugee mothers in Lebanon are presented. Multifaceted actions are needed to reduce FI and improve dietary diversity.

scholarly journals A Survey on Mental Health Status and Related Factors among Cancer Patients in Iran

2019 ◽  
Author(s):  
masood taheri ◽  
Mahnaz Afshari ◽  
saeede alidoost ◽  
Hassan Abolghasem Gorji ◽  
Amir Rakhshan
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Health Status ◽  
Mental Disorders ◽  
Psychiatric Disorders ◽  
Cancer Patients ◽  
Mental Health Status ◽  
Related Factors ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Research Population ◽  
Treatment Plans

Abstract Background Cancer is one of the most common non-communicable diseases and the second cause of death in Iran. The progress in medical technologies and treatment plans has caused the patients to live longer; however, these patients are confronted with psychological challenges and their mental health is influenced because of different reasons. This study is carried out to investigate the mental health status of the cancer patients in the Center for Specific Diseases. Methods The present research is a cross-sectional, descriptive, and analytic study carried out in 2018 in Tehran province, Iran. In the present study, the mental health of the cancer patients referring to the Center for Specific Diseases in Tehran was evaluated in one setting, and no intervention was provided. The research population included 124 cancer patients of Tehran referring to the Center for Specific Diseases. Results the overall prevalence of psychiatric disorders in patients under study was 50%. The highest sensitivity to mental disorders in each of the variables was related to men (52.7%), patients aging 40-55 (45.7%), married (51.5%), unemployed (62.5%), and illiterate patients (80%). The findings of this study indicated that there is no statistically significant relationship between the prevalence of psychiatric disorders among patients with cancer and the variables in the study. Conclusions The results of this study indicated a high prevalence of depression disorder among cancer patients. Psychosocial stresses caused by cancer cause mental disorders, including depression in patients.

Mental Health Status and Influencing Factors of the Elderly in Ya’an Area After 5 years’ Lushan Earthquake

2021 ◽  
pp. 105413732110340
Author(s):  
Ru Gao ◽  
Liuxiu Xu ◽  
Rong Yu ◽  
Jing-Zhen Bai ◽  
Zaijing Zheng ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Health Status ◽  
Chronic Diseases ◽  
Influencing Factors ◽  
Low Income ◽  
Protective Factor ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
Mental Health Status ◽  
Lushan Earthquake ◽  
Disaster Area

Objective: To understand the mental health status and its influencing factors of the elderly in the disaster area 5 years after the Lushan earthquake. Methods: A total of 2,579 cases of Ya’an residents aged 60 years or above were selected by using cluster sampling method. From January to May 2019, self-compiled questionnaire for basic information of affected residents and 12 General Health Questionnaire were used to assess the mental health status of the elderly. Results: 2,561 (99.3%) valid samples were collected. The positive rate of mental health was 220 (8.6%) cases. The binary logistic regression analysis showed that in the city, no chronic diseases, no body pain, and self-rated health status good in last one month was the protective factor for mental health of the elderly. Age group 60 years and above was the risk factor. Conclusions: Five years after the Lushan earthquake, there is a certain degree of mental health problems in the elderly in the disaster area, and corresponding intervention measures should be formulated. In particular, the researchers should pay more attention to the mental health of the rural elderly who were with low income, young age, and chronic diseases (or pain).

Social participation, inclusion and mental well-being following SARS-CoV-2 related lockdown restrictions in adults with and without mental disorders. Results from a follow-up study in Germany

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Matthias Schützwohl ◽  
Eduard Mergel
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Health Status ◽  
Mental Disorders ◽  
Social Participation ◽  
Social Inclusion ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Mental Health Status ◽  
Follow Up Study ◽  
The Impact

Objectives: In Germany, as in many other countries, several lockdown restrictions were put in place with the aim of curbing the spread of SARS-CoV-2 infections. This study investigated the impact of the coronavirus pandemic and the related lockdown restrictions on opportunities for social participation, social inclusion and psychological well-being for adults with and without mental disorders within a follow-up study based on pre- and post-lockdown assessments. Methods: Study participants (n=132) were assigned to one of three groups, depending on the mental health status at the initial survey. Parameters of interest were assessed using the Measure of Participation and Social Inclusion for Use in People with a Chronic Mental Disorder (F-INK), the Index for the Assessment of Health Impairments (IMET), and the Brief Symptom Inventory (BSI-18).Results: The impact on opportunities for social participation and social participation considerably differed depending on the participants’ mental health status at the first assessment. Independent of this, we found no detrimental effects on the psychological well-being of participants four weeks after the implementation of lockdown restrictions.Conclusion: Findings imply a general resilience in well-being during the preliminary stages of the coronavirus pandemic. This result adds to the growing number of existing studies which show a heterogeneous pattern overall and especially in international comparison. Further follow-up studies with larger samples should address the divergent effects. Besides, efforts are needed to improve social participation and inclusion opportunities that are severely impaired for individuals with chronic mental disorders regardless of lockdown or physical distancing restrictions.

scholarly journals 1114 Urbanicity And The Sleep-mental Health Relationship

SLEEP ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 43 (Supplement_1) ◽  
pp. A423-A424
Author(s):  
J Moore ◽  
A Seixas ◽  
G Casimir ◽  
J Nunes ◽  
F Matadiaby ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Health Status ◽  
Urban Environment ◽  
Sleep Duration ◽  
Low Income ◽  
Poor Mental Health ◽  
Mental Health Status ◽  
Rural Environment ◽  
The Relationship ◽  
Inadequate Sleep

Abstract Introduction Inadequate sleep has been found to be associated with poor mental health. This is especially true in low-income and minority populations, who are concentrated in cities. It is not understood to what degree living in a city vs. a rural environment affects sleep and resulting mental health outcomes. This study seeks to understand how living in an urban environment affects the relationship between inadequate sleep and mental health. Methods The study used data from the 2018 US Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System (BRFSS,) a nationwide health dataset collected by telephone. Respondents were classified as living in either an urban or rural environment based on their zip code. Respondents reported hours of sleep per night and mental health status. This study classified mental health status based on whether the respondent reported one or more incidences of poor mental health in the previous 30 days. Results After filtration, 348,540 respondents were split into urban and rural groups. Binary logistic regression was run in each group to compare how much living in an urban environment contributed to the relationship between sleep duration and mental health. Sleep in the analysis was found to significantly contribute to both models; urban X2(15, N=295,796) = 11,485.70, p &lt;0.001 rural X2(15, N=52,744) = 2,465.64, p &lt;0.001. The estimated odds ratio resulted in a decrease of 13.9% [Exp(B) = 0.861] in reported poor mental health for every unit increase of sleep in the urban population, and decrease of 14.9% [Exp(B) = 0.851] in the rural population. Conclusion In urban and rural dwellers, sleep duration predicted poor mental health. Contrary to expectations, sleep was more strongly tied to mental health in rural than urban populations. This was true even after controlling for sex, income, and education level. Further research should seek to understand how environment affects sleep and mental health. Support This study was supported by funding from the NIH: R01MD007716, R01HL142066, R01AG056531, K01HL135452, and K07AG052685.

scholarly journals Mental Health Status, Health Care Utilisation, and Service Satisfaction among Immigrants in Montreal: An Epidemiological Comparison

2016 ◽  
Vol 62 (8) ◽  
pp. 570-579 ◽  
Author(s):  
Rob Whitley ◽  
JiaWei Wang ◽  
Marie-Josee Fleury ◽  
Aihua Liu ◽  
Jean Caron
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Health Status ◽  
Mental Disorders ◽  
Health Service ◽  
Emotional Problems ◽  
Mental Health Status ◽  
Health Service Utilisation ◽  
Service Satisfaction ◽  
Service Utilisation ◽  
Time Points

Objective: To examine variations between immigrants and nonimmigrants in 1) prevalence of common mental disorders and other mental health variables; 2) health service utilisation for emotional problems, mental disorders, and addictions, and 3) health service satisfaction. Methods: This article is based on a longitudinal cohort study conducted from May 2007 to the present: the Epidemiological Catchment Area Study of Montreal South-West (ZEPSOM). Participants were followed up at 4 time points (T1, n = 2433; T4, n = 1095). Core exposure variables include immigrant status (immigrant vs. nonimmigrant), duration of residence, and region of origin. Key outcome variables included mental health status, health service utilisation, and health service satisfaction. Data were analysed both cross-sectionally and longitudinally. Results: Immigrants had been in Canada for 20 years on average. Immigrants had significantly lower rates of high psychological distress (32.6% vs. 39.1%, P = 0.016), alcohol dependence (1.4% vs. 3.9%, P =0.010), depression (5.2% vs. 9.2%, P = 0.008), and various other mental disorders. They had significantly higher scores of mental well-being (48.9 vs. 47.1 score, P = 0.014) and satisfaction with social (34.0 vs. 33.4 score, P = 0.021) and personal relationships (16.7 vs. 15.6 score, P < 0.001). Immigrants had significantly lower rates of health service utilisation for emotional problems, mental disorders, and addictions and significantly higher rates of health service satisfaction at all time points. Asian and African immigrants had particularly low rates of utilisation and high rates of satisfaction. Conclusions: Immigrants had better overall mental health than nonimmigrants.

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