{"title":"Relationship Between Attachment Styles and Personality Traits in 18- to 49-Year-Old Female Patients Hospitalized in a Psychiatric Clinic Following a Suicide Attempt.","authors":"Zeynep Şahin, Özden Tandoğan","doi":"10.3928/02793695-20250821-01","DOIUrl":"10.3928/02793695-20250821-01","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Purpose: </strong>Suicide remains a major global health concern, with women showing higher rates of nonfatal attempts than men. The current cross-sectional study examined relationships among attachment styles (avoidant, anxious), personality traits (Big Five), and sociodemographic factors among 80 women aged 18 to 49 years hospitalized in a psychiatric clinic following a suicide attempt.</p><p><strong>Method: </strong>Participants completed the Experiences in Close Relationships Inventory-II and Big Five Personality Scale-Short Form.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Results indicated that lower conscientiousness, particularly in self-supervision, predicted avoidant attachment, whereas heightened neuroticism was significantly associated with anxious attachment. Additional findings revealed that lower income and family history of psychiatric illness correlated with elevated anxious attachment, underscoring the role of socioeconomic pressures and intergenerational mental health risks.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>Overall, findings highlight the intertwined nature of attachment styles and personality traits in suicidality, emphasizing the need for intervention strategies targeting emotional regulation, self-control, and early maladaptive attachments to mitigate future risk.</p>","PeriodicalId":50071,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Psychosocial Nursing and Mental Health Services","volume":" ","pages":"31-37"},"PeriodicalIF":1.1,"publicationDate":"2026-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144975918","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"The Most Trusted Profession: Investing in Nursing Education Is Critical for Mental Health Care Quality.","authors":"Ladda Thiamwong","doi":"10.3928/02793695-20260106-01","DOIUrl":"10.3928/02793695-20260106-01","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":50071,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Psychosocial Nursing and Mental Health Services","volume":"64 2","pages":"2-4"},"PeriodicalIF":1.5,"publicationDate":"2026-02-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"146151173","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Profound Autism Prevalence and Impact on Parental Caregiver Quality of Life.","authors":"Dawn M Turnage, Norma E Conner","doi":"10.3928/02793695-20250707-01","DOIUrl":"10.3928/02793695-20250707-01","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Purpose: </strong>The current study aimed to examine the effects of profound autism on caregiver quality of life (QOL).</p><p><strong>Method: </strong>This cross-sectional study involved parental caregivers of children aged 3 to 21 years with autism spectrum disorder living in Florida. Data were collected through surveys assessing caregiver QOL across physical, psychological, and environmental domains. Linear regression analyses examined the relationship between profound autism and caregiver QOL.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>The prevalence of profound autism in the sample was 22.4%. Regression analyses revealed that profound autism significantly predicted lower QOL in physical (<i>F</i> = 5.07, <i>p</i> = 0.007), psychological (<i>F</i> = 5.92, <i>p</i> = 0.003), and environmental (<i>F</i> = 11.01, <i>p</i> < 0.001) domains. Parental caregivers of children with profound autism reported substantially decreased QOL compared to those with children at other levels of autism severity.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>Findings indicate that profound autism is a prevalent condition and significant risk factor for reduced caregiver QOL across multiple domains. The negative impacts on physical, psychological, and environmental well-being highlight the need for targeted support services for families with children who have profound autism.</p>","PeriodicalId":50071,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Psychosocial Nursing and Mental Health Services","volume":" ","pages":"49-55"},"PeriodicalIF":1.1,"publicationDate":"2026-02-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144644026","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Between Hope and Trauma at the Last Resort: A Qualitative Meta-Synthesis of Patient Experiences With Electroconvulsive Therapy.","authors":"Soyoung Shin, Suyoun Ahn, Hyunsung Oh, Jaewon Joung","doi":"10.3928/02793695-20250708-04","DOIUrl":"10.3928/02793695-20250708-04","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Purpose: </strong>Although electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) has long been used in psychiatry, it remains controversial due to its neurobiological mechanism and side effects. Exploring patient experiences with ECT can provide evidence for-or against-its use. The current study aimed to comprehensively understand patients' ECT experiences by synthesizing results from qualitative studies involving patients who underwent ECT.</p><p><strong>Method: </strong>A meta-synthesis of studies from 2010 to 2024 was conducted using PubMed, EMBASE, CINAHL, and Web of Science. Of 1,255 articles identified, 12 met inclusion criteria. Authors independently extracted and coded data, categorized it into subthemes, and integrated it into synthesized themes.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>We identified nine subthemes and three primary themes: (1) <i>Preconceptions and Decision-Making Pathways</i>, (2) <i>Interpersonal Contexts in the Delivery of ECT</i>, and (3) <i>The Therapeutic Encounter: Between Hope and Trauma at the Last Resort</i>.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>Findings reveal conflicting patient experiences. Further research is required to explore the experiences of patients, families, and nurses involved in ECT.</p>","PeriodicalId":50071,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Psychosocial Nursing and Mental Health Services","volume":" ","pages":"13-20"},"PeriodicalIF":1.1,"publicationDate":"2026-02-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144651091","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"The Relationship Between Digital Device Addiction and Anxiety and Depression in Early Adolescents.","authors":"Emre Ciydem, Dilek Avci, Mahmut Kilic","doi":"10.3928/02793695-20250707-03","DOIUrl":"10.3928/02793695-20250707-03","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Purpose: </strong>To examine the relationship between digital device addiction and anxiety and depression in early adolescents.</p><p><strong>Method: </strong>A cross-sectional correlational study was conducted with 1,566 students (grades 5 to 8) in 2023. Data were analyzed using linear regression.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>A 1-unit increase in digital device addiction increased total anxiety symptoms by 0.301 units (<i>p</i> < 0.001) and depression symptoms by 0.418 units (<i>p</i> < 0.001). Anxiety and depression levels varied significantly by sex, family's perception of academic success, and digital device use when alone or for entertainment (<i>p</i> < 0.001).</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>Greater digital device addiction levels were associated with increased anxiety and depression symptoms. Female sex, lower family perception of academic success, use of digital devices alone, and use of digital devices for music and/or movies increased risk of anxiety and depression symptoms. Collaboration among families, schools, and adolescents is essential to mitigate the mental health risks associated with digital device addiction.</p>","PeriodicalId":50071,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Psychosocial Nursing and Mental Health Services","volume":" ","pages":"38-48"},"PeriodicalIF":1.1,"publicationDate":"2026-02-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144651096","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Cultivating Resilience: Meta-Analysis of Mindfulness-Based Training for Nurse Stress and Burnout Mitigation.","authors":"Jiaoling Du, Rumei Sha, Ying Wang","doi":"10.3928/02793695-20250506-02","DOIUrl":"10.3928/02793695-20250506-02","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Purpose: </strong>The current meta-analysis sought to evaluate the effectiveness of mindfulness-based training (MBT) in alleviating stress and burnout among nurses, providing critical insights for their support and management in clinical environments.</p><p><strong>Method: </strong>A literature review was conducted from April 15 to June 20, 2024, across various databases. Inclusion criteria were randomized controlled trials (RCTs) that examined the influence of MBT on stress and burnout in nurses. A meta-analysis was performed to synthesize results.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Ten RCTs, involving 912 nurses, were included, with 455 individuals participating in MBT. Aggregated data revealed that MBT reduced stress levels (standardized mean difference [SMD] = -0.99, 95% confidence interval [CI] [-1.38, -0.60]; <i>p</i> < 0.001) and job burnout (SMD = -0.45, 95% CI [-0.76, -0.14]; <i>p</i> = 0.005) among nurses. In addition, Egger's regression test did not detect any publication bias within the consolidated findings.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>Results of our investigation underscore the high efficacy of MBT in mitigating stress and burnout among nursing professionals. Although our data suggest that MBT offers a promising short-term strategy for addressing these challenges, further research is needed to assess the durability of its effects and sustainability of its benefits.</p>","PeriodicalId":50071,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Psychosocial Nursing and Mental Health Services","volume":" ","pages":"21-27"},"PeriodicalIF":1.1,"publicationDate":"2026-02-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144025326","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"\"Summer Wind\".","authors":"Michael Alice","doi":"10.3928/02793695-20251231-01","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.3928/02793695-20251231-01","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":50071,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Psychosocial Nursing and Mental Health Services","volume":"64 2","pages":"56"},"PeriodicalIF":1.1,"publicationDate":"2026-02-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"146151162","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Closing the Distance: Culturally Responsive Mental Health Care for Rural Hispanic/Latino Older Adults.","authors":"Janet Lopez, Ladda Thiamwong","doi":"10.3928/02793695-20260108-01","DOIUrl":"10.3928/02793695-20260108-01","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Rural Hispanic/Latino older adults experience significant mental health disparities due to intersecting factors of aging, culture, and geographic isolation. From a nursing perspective, addressing these gaps requires understanding cultural values, such as <i>familismo</i>, <i>respeto</i>, and religious coping, which influence symptom expression and help-seeking behaviors. Nurses in rural settings often serve as the first point of contact, making culturally sensitive screening and recognition of somatic presentations critical for timely diagnosis and treatment. Structural barriers include language differences, provider shortages, financial constraints, transportation challenges, and immigration fears, which are intensified in rural settings. Integrating mental health services into primary care, leveraging <i>promotores de salud</i>, and partnering with trusted community-based institutions can enhance engagement and trust. Nursing research should prioritize culturally adapted interventions, telehealth strategies for low-literacy populations, and workforce development to increase bilingual, bicultural providers. A nursing-led, culturally responsive approach is essential to close mental health gaps for this population.</p>","PeriodicalId":50071,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Psychosocial Nursing and Mental Health Services","volume":"64 2","pages":"7-12"},"PeriodicalIF":1.5,"publicationDate":"2026-02-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"146151113","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"The Relationship Between Engulfment and Hope in Individuals With Schizophrenia: A Turkish Perspective.","authors":"Kübra Nur Akyon, Eda Ay","doi":"10.3928/02793695-20250707-02","DOIUrl":"10.3928/02793695-20250707-02","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Purpose: </strong>To determine the relationship between engulfment and hope in individuals diagnosed with schizophrenia.</p><p><strong>Method: </strong>A descriptive, correlational, cross-sectional study was conducted in Türkiye with individuals who met inclusion criteria and provided consent to participate. Data were collected using a Personal Information Form, the Engulfment Scale, and Herth Hope Scale.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Mean score on the Engulfment Scale was 77.9 (<i>SD</i> = 12.7), whereas mean score on the Herth Hope Scale was 37.7 (<i>SD</i> = 11.7). A significant moderate negative correlation was found between Engulfment Scale and Herth Hope Scale scores (<i>r</i> = -0.741, <i>p</i> < 0.001). Regression analysis showed that hope levels accounted for 69.8% of the variance in engulfment.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>Participants exhibited higher-than-average levels of engulfment and low levels of hope. A significant relationship was identified between engulfment and hope levels, indicating that increased hope is associated with reduced engulfment. Findings suggest the importance of culturally sensitive nursing interventions in Türkiye aimed at reducing engulfment and enhancing hope among individuals with schizophrenia.</p>","PeriodicalId":50071,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Psychosocial Nursing and Mental Health Services","volume":" ","pages":"28-36"},"PeriodicalIF":1.1,"publicationDate":"2026-02-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144651097","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Antihypertensives Used For Treatment of Psychiatric Disorders.","authors":"","doi":"10.3928/02793695-20251230-79","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.3928/02793695-20251230-79","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":50071,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Psychosocial Nursing and Mental Health Services","volume":"64 2","pages":"5"},"PeriodicalIF":1.1,"publicationDate":"2026-02-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"146151170","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}