جستجوی مقالات مرتبط با کلیدواژه « mental health » در نشریات گروه « پزشکی »

The rapid and limitless outbreak of the coronavirus in 2019 caused athletes to quarantine in their homes, resulting in stress and anxiety and the experience of negative symptoms, such as sleep disorder. The present study aims to investigate the effect of 8 weeks of yoga exercise on athletes’ anxiety and sleep quality during the pandemic.

Twenty-four athletes with an average age of 18 to 25 years were selected and classified into two experimental and control groups. Before and after the intervention, Beck’s anxiety inventory and Pittsburgh’s sleep quality inventory were used to collect data. The experimental group training protocol consisted of 24 Hatha yoga exercise sessions (60 minutes, three times a week). Due to the coronavirus epidemic, online training was conducted by an experienced yoga coach. The statistical method of covariance analysis was used to investigate the difference between the pre-test and post-test.

Data analysis showed that in the experimental group, the anxiety mean scores in the pre-test decreased in the post-test, and the quality of sleep scores improved after yoga sessions. Also, a significant difference was observed between the experimental and control groups regarding anxiety (P<0.05) and sleep quality (P<0.05).

According to the results, yoga exercises are an effective way to reduce anxiety and improve athletes, sleep quality, and athletes can benefit from yoga exercises along with their specialized exercises to control their negative emotions, reduce mental symptoms, and enjoy relaxation. Not only athletes but all people in the community can incorporate yoga and meditation exercises into their lifestyles to control their negative emotions.

Studies show that upper-crossed syndrome causes a decrease in health and quality of life (QoL) in affected people due to various physiological and psychological complications. Considering the high prevalence of upper crossed syndrome, this study investigates the effectiveness of the Alexander technique on physical and mental dimensions of QoL in young men with upper crossed syndrome.

We assigned 24 male participants (aged between 19-25 years) into two groups (experimental and control) using a convenience sampling method. We used the short form of health survey-36 to evaluate the physical and mental aspects of their health. After measuring the desired variables of all participants in the pre-test stage, the participants of the experimental condition completed 12 training sessions of the Alexander technique over six weeks. We used analysis of covariance and correlated t-test to analyze the results.

There was a significant difference between the physical dimension of QoL in the experimental condition after applying the Alexander technique intervention compared to the control condition (P<0.001). Similarly, there was a significant difference between the mental dimension of QoL in the experimental condition compared to the control condition (P<0.001).

Considering the significant effect of the Alexander technique as an educational intervention on participants’ physical and mental health in the current study, we suggest that health and rehabilitation experts use the Alexander technique as a psychophysical re-education method to practically improve health and QoL in individuals with upper-crossed syndrome.

Emergency medical personnel are among the people who play a major role in reducing the mortality and disability of the injured. This study determines the relationship between mental health and job satisfaction with professional ethics in emergency medical personnel.

The present cross-sectional study included 126 emergency medical personnel in Hamadan City, Iran. The data were collected using a 3-part demographic information questionnaire, the 28-item general health questionnaire, the Barry Field and Ruth job satisfaction questionnaire and the Cadozier professional ethics questionnaire. The data were analyzed using Stata software, version 14. Meanwhile, the significance level was considered P<0.05.

Most of the participants in the study were married (53.17%), technicians (80.95%), in contractual employment (75.4%), with rotating shift type (84.92%), had a bachelor’s degree (55.56%) and were not satisfied with their monthly income (76.98%). The results showed that the mean scores of mental health, professional ethics and job satisfaction were 50.9, 81.45 and 35.58, respectively. There is a direct and significant relationship between mental health and professional ethics (P=0.007, r=0.24). Additionally, there is a direct and significant relationship between professional ethics and job satisfaction (P=0.001, r=0.41). However, no significant relationship was observed between mental health and job satisfaction (P=0.24, r=0.10).

Mental health workshops and fun facilities can improve emergency medical personnel’s professional ethics and job satisfaction due to their direct relationship.

The coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) caused many adverse effects, including increased stress in patients.

The present study was conducted with aim to determine the effect of an online self-care training program on perceived stress in COVID-19 patients.

This randomized control trial study was fulfilled by recruiting 132 COVID-19 patients, referred to two hospitals in Isfahan, Iran, 2021. The patients were selected using the purposive sampling method and were then randomly allocated into experimental and control groups (n=63 in each group). The online self-care training program was presented to the experimental group in six 30-minute sessions over two weeks. The data were collected through an individual characteristic form and the Perceived Stress Scale (PSS) at three stages before, immediately, and one month after the intervention. P<0.05 was considered statistically significant.

The mean scores of perceived stress before, immediately, and one month after the intervention in the experimental group were 30.51±6.31, 24.59±4.66, and 26.57±3.82, respectively and in the control group were 29.78±4.81, 29.4±4.57, and 29.11±4.73, respectively. Moreover, no significant difference was observed between the two groups at the pre-intervention stage (p=0.467), while the mean scores of perceived stress in the experimental group were lower compared with the control group immediately (p<0.001) and one month after the intervention (p=0.001).

Implications for Practice:

 The online self-care training program led to a reduction in perceived stress in COVID-19 patients. Thus, implementing this self-directed program may be considered as a safe and useful method to relieve perceived stress in similar conditions.

In recent years, there has been a growing emphasis on exploring the influence of spirituality/religion on the management of mental health disorders. The aim of this study was to investigate the viewpoints of Iranian patients with mental health disorders regarding the incorporation of spirituality into their assessment.

This cross-sectional study was conducted in 2021 at Iran University of Medical Sciences. Initially, a questionnaire was developed based on key spiritual concepts identified from a literature review. The content and face validity of the questionnaire were evaluated by an expert panel, and its reliability was assessed using Cronbach’s alpha coefficient. Data collection was carried out in the second phase, with the questionnaire consisting of 4 questions examining the patients’ perceived need and willingness for their therapist to explore their spiritual and religious dimensions. Data analysis was performed using appropriate statistical tests.

The questionnaire’s validity was confirmed, and its reliability was demonstrated with a Cronbach’s alpha value of 0.79. A total of 368 patients participated in the study. No significant associations were observed between the participants’ educational level, diagnosis type, gender, and the questionnaire scores. Approximately half of the patients with mental health disorders expressed a desire to incorporate spiritual assessments into their psychological evaluations, with most welcoming this integration.

The findings of this study suggest that despite challenges and barriers, efforts should be made to integrate spiritual dimensions into the treatment of patients.

Intensive maternal parenting, while intended to foster academic achievement, has been linked to increased stress and anxiety in children. The present study aimed to investigate the mediating role of maternal mental health in the correlation between intensive maternal attitudes and cognitive abilities in female students applying for the gifted exam. The study employed a descriptive cross-sectional approach that incorporated the use of structural equation modeling (SEM) techniques. The target population comprised all female students applying for the ninth-grade gifted exam in Tehran, Iran during 2023, along with their mothers. A convenience sample of 301 student-mother dyads participated in the study by completing a battery of self-report questionnaires. These instruments included Cognitive Abilities Questionnaire (CAQ), Intensive Parenting Attitudes Questionnaire (IPAQ), and General Health Questionnaire (GHQ-28). The hypothesized model was evaluated using SEM, and bootstrapping was employed to assess the significance of indirect correlations. Statistical analyses were performed using SPSS version 27 and Amos version 25. The findings indicated a negative correlation between intensive maternal attitudes and students’ cognitive capabilities (P=0.020). There was also a significant negative correlation between intensive maternal attitudes and mothers’ mental health (P=0.001). The correlation between mothers’ mental health and girls’ cognitive abilities was positive and significant (P=0.001). The correlation between intensive maternal attitudes and students’ cognitive abilities was significant through the mediating role of mental health (P=0.005). Intensive maternal parenting practices were associated with decreased cognitive abilities in students and poorer mental health in mothers. The negative effect of intensive maternal attitudes on cognitive abilities appears to be indirectly mediated by mothers’ mental health.

Physical activity (PA) and resilience may be effective in increasing the strength, vitality and productivity of the elderly. Therefore, in this study, we aimed to explore the correlation between participation in PA and psychological wellbeing among elderly women with considering the mediating role of resilience. This descriptive-correlational study consisted of 320 elderly women in Tehran, Iran in 2023 who were selected through convenience sampling technique. Standard Questionnaires were used for data collection. Pearson correlation test and the path analysis were used for data analysis. The level of engagement in PA was below the average (256.47 out of 793). Also, PA had a significant correlation with psychological well-being (r=0.589, P<0.001). Additionally, PA had a significant correlation and resilience (r=0.714, P<0.001). Furthermore, resilience had a significant correlation with psychological well-being (r=0.625, P<0.001). Finally, resilience significantly mediated the correlation between PA and psychological well-being (Z=5.967, P<0.001). The findings of the study clearly demonstrated that active participation in PA plays a significant role in enhancing the mental well-being of older women. Therefore, it is highly recommended to prioritize the promotion of PA as the primary strategy to improve the psychological well-being of elderly women.

Mental health literacy training programs increase knowledge about mental health and mental illness among teenagers, which ultimately reduces the stigma associated with mental illness and increases help-seeking behavior. This study aims to investigate school-based mental health literacy programs in high school students.

This study is a scoping review aimed at examining school-based mental health literacy programs in high school students. Studies published from the first year of the article’s publication related to the topic until April 10, 2024, were reviewed. Databases including Scopus, Web of Science, PubMed, and ProQuest, as well as three Iranian scientific databases — Scientific Information Database (SID), Islamic World Science Citation Database (ISC), and Magiran for Persian studies, were searched using keywords of school-based mental health literacy, school-based mental hygiene literacy, school-based mental health, school-based mental hygiene, intervention, program, and curriculum.

Considering the inclusion and exclusion criteria, the studies will be examined and analyzed, and the information pertaining to these studies will be reported in accordance with the type of school-based mental health literacy training program, the training framework of the program, the program's objectives, and the findings.

In student mental health literacy programs, if incorporating mental health education into school curricula is the ultimate goal, it makes sense for teachers to provide a classroom-based curriculum as they are likely to be the ones putting this into practice in the real world.

Emotional divorce is associated with various negative mental health consequences and dysfunctional behavior patterns. This study examined the effectiveness of emotion regulation training on the mental health and anxiety of married women who experienced divorce or emotional betrayal. This was a quasi-experimental study with a pretest-posttest design and a control group. The study was conducted on women seeking counseling for divorce in Kermanshah, Iran in 2022. Thirty participants who met the criteria were randomly assigned to either the experimental or the control group using random number tables. The experimental group received eight weekly 90-minute sessions of Emotion Regulation Training, while the control group did not receive any interventions. After the sessions, both groups underwent posttests under the same conditions. The Goldberg’s Standard Mental Health Questionnaire (GHQ-28) and Zank’s Anxiety Questionnaire (ZAQ) were administered. The data collected were analyzed using SPSS version 26 with descriptive statistics and analysis of covariance tests. The findings showed that the mean scores for Physical symptoms (7.33±2.28; 9.33±1.95), Anxiety (7.13±2.66;8.60±2.26), Social dysfunction (10.86±2.35;13.53±2.29), Depression (8.06±2.78; 10.86±2.74), Emotional symptoms (8.93±2.05; 10.66±2.89), and Body symptoms (23.06±5.59; 29.07±4.58) in Emotion regulation training group and the control group were significant in the post-test stage by controlling the pre-test score (P=0.016, P=0.044, P=0.004, P=0.010, P=0.039, P=0.003). Instructional programs on managing emotions can be employed to enhance the psychological well-being of individuals, particularly women. However, additional research is necessary to validate and extend these outcomes.

Adolescents’ mental health can have significant effects on their well-being; Inadequate Mental Health Literacy (MHL) is also a global concern. The present study investigated Mental Health Literacy and its relationship with positive mental health in Iranian adolescents. This cross-sectional study was performed in Saveh, a city in the center of Iran, between April 15, 2023 to May 25, 2023. A total number of 400 adolescents in 8 schools were selected through a multi-stage cluster sampling technique. Mental health literacy and positive mental health were measured using the Mental Health Literacy Questionnaire (KAMHS) and the 14-item Mental Health Continuum Short Form (MHC-SF) questionnaire. The parameters linked to mental health literacy were found using a hierarchical multiple linear regression model. SPSS version 22 was used to analyze the data. The study results revealed that approximately half of the participants (52.5%) had moderate mental health. The mean and standard deviation of mental health literacy scores were 89 and 8.7, respectively. Gender (P=0.041), father’s level of education (P=0.043), mother’s level of education (P=0.031), father’s employment status (P=0.023), family income (P=0.035), familiarity with those with mental illness (P=0.01), and mental health status (P=0.005) were associated with mental health literacy. Also, results indicated significant differences in MHL (P=0.01) and good mental health behaviors (P=0.04), avoidance coping (P=0.03), and knowledge (P<0.001). It is essential to implement suitable educational programs to improve the mental health status and mental health literacy of adolescents. The mental health status of individuals can act as a catalyst in promoting mental health literacy.

Mitral valve prolapse (MVP) is a common heart valve condition that affects the mitral heart valve, which separates the left atrium from the left ventricle. MVP has various physical symptoms and mainly affects the cardiovascular system. It can also affect cognitive beliefs and emotional well-being. Anxiety is associated with the physical symptoms of MVP such as palpitations and chest discomfort. Individuals can become anxious since they may consider these symptoms as indicators of a serious heart problem. This anxiety can be worsened by metacognitive beliefs, such as the belief that they cannot control the heart symptoms or the symptoms are dangerous.

Socioeconomic status (SES) is frequently seen as a significant indicator of mental health outcomes. This study aimed to determine the mediating role of subjective social status (SSS) in the association of SES and mental health among the employees of Tehran University of Medical Sciences (TUMS).

This cross-sectional research involved the analysis of data collected from 4461 TUMS employees using a two-step structural equation modeling (SEM) approach. The study examined the impact of SES on mental health issues, specifically symptoms of depression, anxiety, and stress. SES was assessed as a composite index, and then each indicator was evaluated separately. SSS was considered as a potential mediator using the MacArthur scale, which was converted to a five-point Likert scale. The analysis utilized a two-step SEM approach in STATA version 14.0 with maximum likelihood estimation.

The majority of participants in the study were female (60.65%), and the mean (±SD) age of the participants was 42.21±8.72 years. The analysis revealed that the composite SES index had a standardized indirect effect of -0.05 on mental health through SSS. SSS accounted for 27.78% of the association between the composite SES index and mental health among TUMS employees (27.27% in males and 22.23% in females).

The results of the study indicated that a lower SES may impact the development of mental health issues, indicating a relationship between SES and symptoms of depression, anxiety, and stress.

Depression and anxiety are on the rise, especially among women. By its inflammatory characteristics and energy density, diet may affect the occurrence of mental disorders. This study investigated the relationship between the dietaryinflammatory index (DII), mean adequacy ratio (MAR), dietary energy density (DED) and mental health. This cross-sectional study was conducted on 202 women of reproductive age (18-50 years) referred to health centers in Yasuj, Iran. Participants were randomly sampled from these centers. We assessed diet through a 148-item food frequency questionnaire (FFQ). Then, DII, MAR, and DED scores were calculated for participants. Furthermore, the Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale (HADS) questionnaire was used to assess anxiety and depression.  No significant association was found between the DII, ED, MAR indexes and obesity, anxiety, or depression, even after adjusting for confounders (p>0.05). Additionally, there was no association between the number of pregnancies or children with anxiety and depression (p>0.05). Younger participants consumed foods with higher ED index (p<0.001). Higher weight and BMI were related to tertile 1 of ED (p=0.03 and p=0.003, respectively). In the present study, noassociation was observed between DII, MAR, DED and mental health in women of reproductive age. However, further studies are needed to confirm these findings.