Articles tagged with Mental Health Facilities
Chronic cocaine users exhibit poor emotional empathy, recognize less emotion from voices, and engage in less prosocial behavior, impacting their social networks. Social interaction is perceived as less rewarding compared to non-users.
Researchers at Duke Medicine analyzed a program in New York that mandated community-based treatment for severely mentally ill patients. The study found significant cost savings, with psychiatric hospitalization rates declining 50% in the first year and outpatient costs increasing despite higher expenses for services.
A recent study by the University of Edinburgh found significant ethnic differences in hospitalizations for mental health problems in Scotland. The researchers suggest that psychiatric and mental health services should be reviewed to address these disparities and ensure early access to treatment for minority groups.
A new study found that individuals with schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, or major depression can make substantial lifestyle changes to improve their health and lose weight. The program, which included simple nutrition messages and regular exercise classes, resulted in significant weight loss compared to a control group.
A study found that only 63% of US counties have mental health facilities providing outpatient specialty services for youth, highlighting significant gaps in care. The article emphasizes the need for comprehensive strategies to address these disparities and ensure access to quality mental health services for all youth.
A Johns Hopkins study reveals that keeping psychiatric medical records separate from primary care doctors' access can lead to increased hospital readmission rates. The researchers found that patients whose records were shared with non-psychiatrists had a 40% lower risk of readmission within the first month after discharge.
A new survey by the University of Iowa found that gambling rates among residents in eastern Iowa have decreased overall, with a rise in non-gamblers and a stabilization in problem gambler numbers. The study suggests that the number of casinos has not led to a corresponding increase in gamblers.
Researchers at Butler Hospital and Bradley Hospital found a sharp decline in the availability and use of Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT) for severe depression in general hospitals across the US. The annual number of hospital stays where ECT was administered fell by 43% over 17 years, from over 1.2 million to 720,000.
INRS is launching two new nanotech labs focused on neurotechnology and nanobiophotonics. The labs will support research in emerging fields with high potential for future innovations in health and information technology.
The Ugandan government has created a comprehensive national mental health policy aimed at addressing the country's growing mental health crisis. The policy provides guidelines for mental health care and services, including hospitalization, treatment, and community-based interventions.
Researchers tracked nearly 2,000 youths in Chicago up to 5 years after release, finding over 45% of males and 30% of females had one or more psychiatric disorders. Substance use disorder was the most persistent and prevalent, with rates dropping less dramatically for girls than boys as they age.
Research suggests that fragmented sleep patterns are associated with a higher risk of being placed in a nursing home or assisted living facility. Studies have also linked insufficient sleep to chronic diseases and conditions such as diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and depression.
Researchers from Columbia University Medical Center will present on grief and major depression, exploring the complexities of complicated grief. The session also delves into the ethics of psychiatric relationships with pharmaceutical companies, highlighting the need for a balanced approach to patient care.
A recent study published in the European Heart Journal found that patients with a history of psychiatric hospitalization have a higher rate of death from any cause and cardiovascular disease compared to those without such a history. This increased risk was seen across both men and women, particularly among younger individuals.
A comprehensive review of the first decade of gene-by-environment interaction research in psychiatry found that novel findings were more likely to be published but also more likely to be false positives. The study suggests a focus on replication is necessary to confirm accurate correlations between genes and environmental variables.
A University of Cincinnati study found that successful correctional programs in Ohio reduced recidivism rates by 50% compared to unsuccessful ones, which increased rates by 32%. The research identified five key program characteristics: leadership, staff training, offender assessment, treatment components, and quality assurance.
A cluster randomised trial found that a collaborative stepped-care intervention led by lay health counsellors significantly improved recovery rates from common mental disorders among patients attending public primary care facilities. The intervention showed a greater effect in public facilities compared to private ones.
Researchers at Penn School Medicine identified the steps controlling CD45 protein's different forms, essential for activating the immune system. The study's findings have implications for understanding autoimmune and neurological diseases.
The new standards provide information on organizational policies, staffing ratios, intake screening, and suicide prevention. They are designed to help correctional professionals develop effective rehabilitation programs for mentally ill individuals.
The article highlights the prevalence of mental health issues among prisoners and emphasizes the importance of training correctional staff, treatment programs, and community prevention programs. The editorial argues that society's values and understanding of mental health disorders contribute to this issue.
A Mayo Clinic study reveals a history of child abuse significantly impacts the challenges faced by depressed inpatients, including increased suicide attempts and psychiatric hospitalizations. The research highlights the importance of aggressive approaches to prevent child abuse and stresses the need for more public health initiatives.
A new study published at the Society for Healthcare Epidemiology of America found that patients are often discharged from one hospital and then readmitted to another without being directly transferred. This extensive patient sharing has significant implications for handling potential outbreaks of infectious disease.
Research reveals that over 90% of detained youths struggle in their lives, with severe impairment affecting up to 20%. Early interventions and comprehensive services are crucial to address psychiatric disorders, education, vocational training, and social skills.
A new study found that when the price of mental health services is equivalent to primary care co-payments, more people will seek follow-up care after an initial hospitalization for a mental illness. This leads to improved quality of care and reduced costs.
According to a recent study, veterans returning from Iraq and Afghanistan experience high rates of substance abuse, PTSD, and other mental health conditions. Nearly one-third of these veterans received mental health or psychosocial diagnoses during their first visit to the Department of Veterans Affairs.
Researchers from Indiana University and Regenstrief Institute are evaluating the effectiveness of Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) in reducing hospitalizations and adverse consequences. ACT provides highly individualized psychiatric services to help severely mentally ill individuals live at home.
The new guidelines aim to improve psychiatric evaluation, screening, and treatment for juvenile offenders. They recommend educating clinicians on unique system issues and refer juveniles with mental health or substance abuse disorders for systematic evaluation and treatment.
The article argues that a human rights framework can prevent abuse in psychiatric institutions. People with mental disabilities have the right to agency in their own lives and participate as members of society. Adopting this approach can challenge traditional biomedical methods and promote dignity and well-being.
A new study found that Geodon significantly reduces time in restraints for patients experiencing severe agitation, regardless of the cause. The medication was also shown to be effective in treating agitation caused by alcohol and drug overdoses.
Loneliness is a strong risk factor for depression among retirement community residents, linked to factors like social network size and grieving. Retirement communities can help by encouraging outside friendships, sending reminders, and forming support groups for vulnerable individuals.
The Prentiss Foundation has awarded $5 million to University Hospitals of Cleveland to create an inpatient child and adolescent psychiatric unit. This funding will address urgent needs for access to mental health care, training programs, and research for children and adolescents in Northeast Ohio.
A study found that assisted living facilities have suboptimal rates of recognizing and treating dementia and psychiatric disorders. Approximately 67% of residents had dementia, with low treatment rates, and 26.3% suffered from other psychiatric disorders.
A recent study reveals that two-thirds of assisted living residents exhibit mental health problem indicators, with half suffering from dementia. The findings are higher than expected and highlight the need for improved accommodations to address these needs without over-medicating.
A new four-year study aims to explore the effectiveness of advance directives in mental health care, with over 500 patients enrolled. The study seeks to determine whether providing resources and support can encourage patients with serious psychiatric disorders to create legally valid advance instructions for mental health treatment.
A recent study by Northwestern University found that nearly two thirds of boys and three fourths of girls in juvenile detention have one or more psychiatric disorders. Detained teens are also at high risk for substance abuse, with about half exhibiting dependence.
A study published in Nicotine and Tobacco Research found that primary care physicians are more likely to provide smoking counseling than psychiatrists, particularly for patients with anxiety. Smokers with psychiatric conditions are less likely to receive quitting advice, highlighting the need for increased counseling efforts.
A study of 103 psychiatric patients found that those experiencing command hallucinations are more than twice as likely to be violent. The analysis controlled for other risk factors, suggesting the importance of assessing command hallucinations when evaluating violence risk.
Dr. Paul Janssen received the CINP-Pfizer Pioneers in Psychopharmacology Award for his work revolutionizing treatment of psychosis and introducing risperidone, a first-choice antipsychotic worldwide.
A Johns Hopkins study shows that a program combining observations by janitors and housing staff with psychiatric nurse skills can significantly increase seniors' mental health and stability. Residents in the test sites scored 17% higher in general mental health tests than those without the program.
Researchers found a significant association between the L/S and S/S alleles of the serotonin transporter gene promoter region and suicidal tendencies in individuals with unknown psychiatric diagnosis. The study suggests that genetic factors, such as the 5-HTTLPR polymorphism, may contribute to autoaggressive behavior and violent suicide.
A study by Michigan State University found that one-quarter of respondents were unsure if their health plan included mental health services, while 43% equated mental health benefits to general medical services. The authors recommend increasing attention to mental health issues in primary care education.
A recent study by Penn State researchers found that severe poverty can lead to violent behavior in psychiatric patients. The study surveyed 293 patients and found that 23% showed violent behavior after discharge, with 14% committing a violent act during the follow-up period.
The American Psychiatric Association is establishing the first comprehensive guidelines for treating persons with HIV infection and AIDS. The new guidelines will focus on access to care, treatment adherence, education, prevention, and direct mental health services.
A new study published in Psychosomatic Medicine found that patients with both depression and a physical illness stay twice as long in the hospital compared to those with only depression. The study surveyed over 2,300 psychiatric patients admitted between 1987 and 1992.
Researchers followed 144 HMO patients with mononucleosis for six months, finding transient psychological distress common but few met psychiatric criteria. The study suggests postviral depression is rare, often caused by new stressful life events rather than viral effects.
A new study found that discharged psychiatric patients who did not abuse alcohol and drugs had the same rate of violence as their neighbors in the community. Substance abuse raised the risk of violence among both groups, but was more common among discharged patients.
Researchers have confirmed a link between a specific gene mutation and increased risk of depression, hospitalization, and suicidal attempts. The discovery aims to improve psychiatric diagnoses and treatments by enabling more precise identification of genetic predispositions.