{"title":"Mental Health of Adolescents Orphaned by COVID-19 and Service System Responses: A Longitudinal Study","authors":"Hassan Soleimani-Rad, Saeed Ariapooran, Zahra Karami","doi":"10.1111/jcap.70041","DOIUrl":"10.1111/jcap.70041","url":null,"abstract":"<div>\u0000 \u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Objective</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>Researchers have predicted increasing and persistent psychological problems among adolescents orphaned by COVID-19. However, empirical evidence in this regard remains scarce. This study aimed to examine the long-term mental health outcomes of adolescents orphaned by COVID-19 and the corresponding mental health service responses.</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Method</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>This was a longitudinal study. Forty-four adolescents orphaned by COVID-19 and forty-four matched adolescents (based on demographic characteristics) were selected through purposive sampling. Both groups were assessed across five time points over one and a half years using the same set of questionnaires.</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Results</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>Baseline t-test results indicated that the orphaned group exhibited more clinical symptoms—including internalizing and externalizing disorders, social problems, suicidal thoughts, and PTSD symptoms—and lower levels of perceived social support and psychological well-being than the matched group. Repeated measures analyses showed that these differences persisted across the four follow-up stages, except for perceived social support, which increased in the orphaned group. According to Cochran's Q results, the prevalence of internalizing disorders and suicide attempts in the orphaned group increased over time. Mixed model results demonstrated that perceived social support was significantly associated with all clinical symptoms and psychological well-being. Notably, none of the participants had access to mental health services.</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Conclusion</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>The findings indicate a deterioration in the mental health of some adolescents orphaned by COVID-19 over time, with no free or accessible mental health services available to them during or after the pandemic.</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 </div>","PeriodicalId":46587,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Child and Adolescent Psychiatric Nursing","volume":"38 4","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":1.5,"publicationDate":"2025-10-16","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145303937","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Jeffrey V. Tabares, Alexander Muela, Ennio Ammendola, Jon García-Ormaza
{"title":"Simulation Networks Elucidate the Preliminary Structure of Suicide Risk Factors Among Adolescents","authors":"Jeffrey V. Tabares, Alexander Muela, Ennio Ammendola, Jon García-Ormaza","doi":"10.1111/jcap.70037","DOIUrl":"10.1111/jcap.70037","url":null,"abstract":"<div>\u0000 \u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Introduction</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>Suicide represents a public health concern with international reach that challenges healthcare systems and policies. Despite high rates of death by suicide among adolescents, few studies have examined suicide risk factors among this group (generally) and within a vulnerable adolescents placed in residential care (specifically). This preliminary study utilizes simulation network models to identify structural differences in suicide risk factor networks when comparing adolescents who either reported or did not report suicidal ideation.</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Methods</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>Adolescents from residential care units in the Basque Country (northern Spain) were recruited for this study (age 12–18, <i>n</i> = 415). Adolescents completed baseline measures on suicidal cognitions, entrapment, mental pain, depression, suicide attempts before baseline, hopelessness, perceived burdensomeness, thwarted belongingness, and exposure to suicidal behavior. Data from these measures were used to create separate networks demarcated by respondent reporting of suicidal ideation (i.e., a network for participants reporting ‘Yes’ and a separate network for participants reporting ‘No’).</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Results</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>‘Yes’ and ‘No’ networks had differences in risk factor connectivity, but also in influential risk factors. ‘Yes’ was driven primarily by perceived burdensomeness, suicidal cognitions, and entrapment while ‘No’ was driven by perceived burdensomeness, entrapment, and psychache.</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Discussion</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>Separate ‘Yes’ and ‘No’ networks indicate differential structure and influential risk factors among adolescents. Those identified influential risk factors could serve as intervention targets to disrupt suicide risk networks (and, by extension, prevent suicidal behavior).</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 </div>","PeriodicalId":46587,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Child and Adolescent Psychiatric Nursing","volume":"38 4","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":1.5,"publicationDate":"2025-10-07","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145239866","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Itziar Escofet-Colet, Lina Cristina Casadó-Marín, Lydia Orós-Navas, Rosa Raventós-Torner
{"title":"Non-Suicidal Self-Injury in Adolescents: A Systematic Review on Prevention and Intervention Programmes","authors":"Itziar Escofet-Colet, Lina Cristina Casadó-Marín, Lydia Orós-Navas, Rosa Raventós-Torner","doi":"10.1111/jcap.70039","DOIUrl":"10.1111/jcap.70039","url":null,"abstract":"<div>\u0000 \u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Background</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>Non-suicidal self-injury can be defined as self-inflicted behaviour that involves the direct and deliberate destruction of one's own body tissue without suicidal intent. In recent years, scientific evidence has shown a significant increase in the prevalence rates of non-suicidal self-injury among the adolescent population.</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Objectives</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>The aim of this study was to examine the existing psychotherapeutic interventions and prevention programmes available for addressing non-suicidal self-injury in the adolescent population.</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Data Sources</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>A systematic review of the literature was conducted following the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses guidelines. This review was not prospectively registered in PROSPERO. However, it was conducted in accordance with established methodological frameworks, including PRISMA and STROBE. Detailed reporting of the methods enhances transparency and supports replicability. The review included observational studies published between 2013 and 2023. The databases consulted were PubMed, CINAHL, SCOPUS and Web of Science. Out of 1343 initial records, 13 studies met the inclusion criteria.</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Conclusions</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>The results indicated that interventions such as the peer-to-peer prevention programme and Happyles programmes significantly reduced non-suicidal self-injurious behaviours and improved emotional regulation. Effective components of the interventions included self-help kits with sensory regulation tools. The main risk factors identified included poor sleep quality, lack of parental support and adverse childhood experiences. Despite the growing concern about this phenomenon, there is little information on specific interventions targeting self-injurious behaviours, or on preventive programmes.</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Implications for Practice</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>The findings from this study offer guidance to enhance nursing competencies in the early identification, risk assessment, and therapeutic management of non-suicidal self-injury among adolescents. Specifically, the results support the integration of evidence-based interventions such as emotional regulation training, mindfulness techniques, and psychoeducation into nursing practice. Moreover, this knowledge can inform the development of school-based prevention programmes led by community nurses and targeted in","PeriodicalId":46587,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Child and Adolescent Psychiatric Nursing","volume":"38 4","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":1.5,"publicationDate":"2025-10-07","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12502457/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145239874","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Kennedy Diema Konlan, David Adedia, Felix Kwasi Nyande
{"title":"Factors Associated With the Utilization of Family Planning Among Young Adults. A Comparative Cross-Sectional Study in the Kassena Nankana Municipality, Ghana","authors":"Kennedy Diema Konlan, David Adedia, Felix Kwasi Nyande","doi":"10.1111/jcap.70038","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1111/jcap.70038","url":null,"abstract":"<div>\u0000 \u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Background</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>Family planning significantly reduces maternal mortality and contributes to achieving the Sustainable Development Goals. However, the unmet need for family planning in Ghana is still relatively high. This study assessed the factors influencing the use of family planning in a resource-limited setting.</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Methods</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>The study used 384 adults (17–56 years) in the Navrongo central sub-municipality, selected using the multi-stage sampling method. Data was cleaned in Microsoft Excel 365 before being transferred to SPSS version 27 and R for analysis. Composite scores were determined and transformed into percentages. The percentage scores of more than 75% were coded as utilisation or good knowledge of modern family planning, depending on the specific section. The Pearson Chi-square test was performed to examine the relationship between the independent variables on overall utilisation and overall knowledge of family planning. Logistic regression and complementary log-log models were used to model the predictors of the utilisation and knowledge of modern family planning. All <i>p-values</i> ≤ 0.05 were deemed statistically significant.</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Results</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>The overall utilisation of modern family planning was not very high (43.2%). Overall, the respondents showed good knowledge (81.3%) of modern family planning. Married young adults (RR = 2.1, 95% CI: 1.39–3.27, <i>p-value</i> = 0.001) were more likely to utilise modern contraceptives. Male young adults are less likely to utilise family planning (RR = 0.21, 95% CI: 0.12–0.34, <i>p</i> < 0.001) than females. Those aged at least 37 years (RR = 1.72, 95% CI: 1.11–2.71, <i>p-value</i> = 0.017) were more likely to have good knowledge of modern family planning than those aged 17 to 26 years. Compared with those with tertiary education, those below SHS (RR = 2.53, 95% CI: 1.54–4.31, <i>p-value</i> < 0.001) and those with SHS education (RR = 1.79, 95% CI: 1.27–2.55, <i>p-value</i> = 0.001) were more likely to have good knowledge of modern family planning. Those with household income between 500 and 1000 (RR = 5.39, 95% CI: 2.18–17.99, <i>p-value</i> = 0.002) and household income more than 1000 cedis (RR = 5.12, 95% CI: 2.04–17.25, <i>p-value</i> = 0.003) were more likely to have good knowledge of family planning than those with household income below 500 cedis per month.</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Conclusion</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>This study revealed a high level of knowledge and relatively low utilization of modern family planning. Family planning interventions must incorporate behaviour change theoretical m","PeriodicalId":46587,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Child and Adolescent Psychiatric Nursing","volume":"38 4","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":1.5,"publicationDate":"2025-10-04","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145224356","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Caregivers' Experiences Taking Care of Children and Teenagers With Autism Spectrum Disorders During the COVID-19 Pandemic in Thailand: A Qualitative Approach","authors":"Chalisa Rujilekpanya, Wilai Napa, Tusana Thaweekoon","doi":"10.1111/jcap.70036","DOIUrl":"10.1111/jcap.70036","url":null,"abstract":"<div>\u0000 \u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Background</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>During the COVID-19 pandemic, children and teenagers with autism exhibited behavioral changes, which contributed to increased parenting stress. This study focused on caregivers' experiences in Thailand, as they often lacked information on how to address these issues, and it may serve as a valuable source of essential information for further interventions for parents.</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Purpose</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>To explore caregivers' experiences while caring for children and teenagers with autism.</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Methodology</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>The researcher conducted a qualitative study to explore caregivers' experiences regarding caregiving for children and teenagers with autism during the COVID-19 pandemic. A total of 15 participants, who were caregivers, were interviewed using a semi-structured questionnaire until data saturation was achieved. The data set was transcribed verbatim by professionals and analyzed using thematic analysis.</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Results</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>The participants' experiences were reflected in four themes: (a) facing difficulties with behavioral changes; the caregivers faced the behaviors changing such as decreasing connecting behaviors, children's self-stimulating behaviors, losing control of their eating, and time spent watching their screens (b) caring adaptation: caregivers adapted their caregiving strategies to manage child-developmental training and infection prevention; (c) confronting emotions: caregivers experienced anxiety and stress while caring for their children; and (d) assistance: caregivers received help from local volunteers who delivered food and medicine.</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Conclusion</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>The caregivers' experiences included dealing with changing behaviors, adapting to care, and facing negative emotions while caring for their loved ones. Health professionals should provide parents with information about managing changing behaviors and reducing parenting stress. Additionally, they should deliver information via alternative platforms, such as telemedicine phone calls, when needed.</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 </div>","PeriodicalId":46587,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Child and Adolescent Psychiatric Nursing","volume":"38 4","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":1.5,"publicationDate":"2025-09-20","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.1111/jcap.70036","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145092616","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Experiences, Difficulties, and Coping Mechanisms of Parents With Children With Autism: A Phenomenology Study in Türkiye","authors":"Gamze Kaş Alay, Havva Kaçan, Seniha Kurtoğlu","doi":"10.1111/jcap.70035","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1111/jcap.70035","url":null,"abstract":"<div>\u0000 \u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Background</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) has the potential to create a number of challenges and problems for parents due to having lifelong problem behaviors.</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Purpose</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>The aim of this qualitative study was to explore the experiences, difficulties, and coping mechanisms of parents with children with ASD through a multidisciplinary team approach.</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Methodology</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>This study employed a descriptive qualitative research methodology. Data were collected through semi-structured, face-to-face individual interviews with 12 parents, guided by a structured interview protocol. Data management and analysis were conducted using the MAXQDA program. A thematic approach was used in data analysis.</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Results</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>Participants reported experiencing both challenges and positive emotions related to raising a child diagnosed with ASD, and described a variety of coping strategies. Thematic analysis of the interview data revealed five key themes centered on parental perspectives: (1) parenting a child with ASD, (2) families' reactions to the diagnosis, (3) psychological and social difficulties, (4) future-related concerns, and (5) perceived support needs.</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Conclusions</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>Parents of children have ASD have to cope with many problems throughout their lives. Resources are needed to support parents bio-psycho-socially. Enhancing the provision of standardized education and support to parents can be achieved by improving existing health and social policies, establishing formal support networks, and facilitating access to childcare services.</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 </div>","PeriodicalId":46587,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Child and Adolescent Psychiatric Nursing","volume":"38 3","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":1.5,"publicationDate":"2025-08-21","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144881397","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Family Resilience in Cancer Survivorship: Coping, Caring, and Thriving Together","authors":"Yeter Sinem Üzar-Özçetin","doi":"10.1111/jcap.70034","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1111/jcap.70034","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":46587,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Child and Adolescent Psychiatric Nursing","volume":"38 3","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":1.5,"publicationDate":"2025-08-13","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144833150","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"The Impact of Immediate Skin-to-Skin Contact Between Mother and Full-Term Newborn on Infant Growth and Development at Two Months of Age","authors":"Zahra Gholampour, Narges Rousta, Gholamreza Parsa, Mitra Safari","doi":"10.1111/jcap.70033","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1111/jcap.70033","url":null,"abstract":"<div>\u0000 \u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Background and Objective</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>Skin-to-skin contact is an effective practice for enhancing clinical and psychological outcomes during the postpartum period. This study aimed to evaluate the effects of skin-to-skin contact on the growth and development of full-term newborns up to 2 months of age.</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Methods</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>A total of 72 pregnant mothers who met the inclusion criteria were randomly allocated into two groups using block randomization. The intervention group received immediate skin-to- skin contact after birth, while the control group received standard postpartum care. Growth and developmental milestones of the infants were assessed at 2 months using an infant growth assessment form, and the Ages and Stages Questionnaire (ASQ).</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Results</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>At 2 months, the average increase in head circumference was significantly higher in the skin-to-skin contact group (4.6 ± 1.1 cm) compared to the standard care group (4.0 ± 0.9 cm; <i>p</i> < 0.05). Weight gain averaged 2.7 ± 0.3 kg in the skin-to-skin group versus 2.2 ± 0.5 kg in the control group (<i>p</i> > 0.05). Length gain was 8.0 ± 1.7 cm in the skin-to-skin group and 8.2 ± 2.1 cm in the standard care group (<i>p</i> > 0.05). Developmentally, 97.2% of infants in the skin-to-skin group exhibited normal developmental status, compared to 69.4% in the standard care group (<i>p</i> < 0.05). There were no significant differences in individual developmental domains between the groups.</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Conclusion</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>Skin-to-skin contact after birth positively influences head circumference growth and supports overall developmental status in infants at 2 months of age.</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 </div>","PeriodicalId":46587,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Child and Adolescent Psychiatric Nursing","volume":"38 3","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":1.5,"publicationDate":"2025-08-12","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144814784","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"A Case for a Multi-Professional Approved Clinician Role in Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service Inpatient Units, Crisis, and Liaison","authors":"Naomi Williams","doi":"10.1111/jcap.70031","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1111/jcap.70031","url":null,"abstract":"<p>This case supports the rationale for implementing a multi-professional approved clinician (MPAC) role for neurodivergent individuals within child and adolescent mental health services (CAMHS). An MPAC's core discipline is commonly social work, mental health nursing, and occupational therapy, with additional training, experience, and skills in mental health law, policy, and practice. The MPAC role would complement the existing approved clinician role, usually fulfilled by a psychiatrist. Adding the MPAC role would provide a holistic multidisciplinary approach to mental health provision for children and adolescents up to age 25. Furthermore, the introduction of this role will enhance quality of care, improve service efficiency, and generate financial benefits by optimizing resource utilization within CAMHS.</p>","PeriodicalId":46587,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Child and Adolescent Psychiatric Nursing","volume":"38 3","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":1.5,"publicationDate":"2025-07-31","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.1111/jcap.70031","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144740569","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Coping With Bullying Among Teenage Victims in Egypt: Mediating Effects of Sense of Hope and Social Support on Coping Styles","authors":"Seham El-Sayed Saleh, Heba Mohamed Abdelaal, Rasha Mohamed Abohadida","doi":"10.1111/jcap.70032","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1111/jcap.70032","url":null,"abstract":"<div>\u0000 \u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Problem</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>Victims of bullying often experience a range of psychological consequences, including increased risk for depression, anxiety, and other stress-related disorders.</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Purpose</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>The purpose of this study is to examine the mediating roles of hope and perceived social support in the relationship between bullying victimization and coping strategies among teenage victims in Egypt.</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Methods</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>A cross-sectional descriptive correlational study was conducted in eight governmental middle and secondary schools in Alexandria, Egypt, with 400 teenagers selected randomly from the eight educational zones in the governorate. Participants filled out the Olweus Bullying Questionnaire, Brief Cope Scale, The Children's Hope Scale, and The Multidimensional Scale of Perceived Social Support. Following STROBE principles, data were analyzed using <i>t</i>-test, Pearson correlation, and pathway analysis modeling (SEM).</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Findings</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>Bullying victimization was found to have a significant negative impact on both problem-solving and emotional coping, while showing a positive association with dysfunctional coping. Although hope did not demonstrate significant direct effects on problem-solving, emotional, or dysfunctional coping, it, along with social support, mediated these effects to varying degrees. Notably, social support exhibited a significant positive direct effect on both problem-solving and emotional coping but did not significantly influence dysfunctional coping.</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Conclusions</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>The findings highlight the importance of fostering hope and strengthening support networks to improve coping and reduce bullying's negative effects.</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 </div>","PeriodicalId":46587,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Child and Adolescent Psychiatric Nursing","volume":"38 3","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":1.5,"publicationDate":"2025-07-31","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144740568","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}