Florian Hotzy, Erich Seifritz, Stefan Vetter, Sonja Mötteli
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Abstract
Background: Individuals living with severe mental illness (SMI) are at higher risk of being overweight and obese. In addition to medication side effects, poor dietary habits are considered as modifiable factors. However, individuals with SMI face a variety of barriers to healthy eating, and it is still unclear which dietary strategies are best.
Aims: The current study aimed to examine the course of dietary habits in dieting and non-dieting patients treated at a psychiatric day clinic.
Method: In this longitudinal observational study, symptom severity, dietary habits, and other health-risk behaviors of n = 53 psychiatric outpatients with a primary ICD-10 diagnosis (85% F3 and 15% F2) were assessed at the start of treatment in a psychiatric day clinic and after 3 months using semi-structured interview data and anthropometric measurements.
Results: Patients' mental health improved after 3 months of treatment (e.g. lower scores on a modified Global Assessment of Functioning Scale (m-GAF) and on the 9-item Patient Health Questionnaire (PHQ-D)). However, BMI and lifestyle behaviors (e.g. diet quality, physical activity, and smoking) remained unchanged. Fewer depressive symptoms and dieting were even associated with weight gain over the 3 months (+1.7 kg). Compared with non-dieters, dieters had higher levels of neuroticism and ambivalence about eating, were more likely to overeat and were more dissatisfied with their body weight.
Conclusions: The group of dieters may benefit from professional support to achieve a healthier lifestyle.
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The International Journal of Social Psychiatry, established in 1954, is a leading publication dedicated to the field of social psychiatry. It serves as a platform for the exchange of research findings and discussions on the influence of social, environmental, and cultural factors on mental health and well-being. The journal is particularly relevant to psychiatrists and multidisciplinary professionals globally who are interested in understanding the broader context of psychiatric disorders and their impact on individuals and communities.
Social psychiatry, as a discipline, focuses on the origins and outcomes of mental health issues within a social framework, recognizing the interplay between societal structures and individual mental health. The journal draws connections with related fields such as social anthropology, cultural psychiatry, and sociology, and is influenced by the latest developments in these areas.
The journal also places a special emphasis on fast-track publication for brief communications, ensuring that timely and significant research can be disseminated quickly. Additionally, it strives to reflect its international readership by publishing state-of-the-art reviews from various regions around the world, showcasing the diverse practices and perspectives within the psychiatric disciplines. This approach not only contributes to the scientific understanding of social psychiatry but also supports the global exchange of knowledge and best practices in mental health care.
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