{"title":"FDA-Approved Drugs to Treat Major Depressive Disorder (MDD).","authors":"","doi":"10.3928/02793695-20260521-79","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.3928/02793695-20260521-79","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":50071,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Psychosocial Nursing and Mental Health Services","volume":"64 7","pages":"5-6"},"PeriodicalIF":1.5,"publicationDate":"2026-07-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148399821","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":"Experiences and Needs of Family Caregivers of Adolescents With Depression and Somatic Symptoms: A Qualitative Study in China.","authors":"Jiaxin Wang, Minghao Zhang, Yan Lin, Yajing Si, Hanfei Zhang, Fang Yan, Hongxing Zhang","doi":"10.3928/02793695-20260114-03","DOIUrl":"10.3928/02793695-20260114-03","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Purpose: </strong>To explore the real-life caregiving experiences and needs of family caregivers of adolescents with depression and somatic symptoms.</p><p><strong>Method: </strong>A descriptive qualitative study was performed. Using purposive sampling, family caregivers (<i>N</i> = 19) of adolescents with depression and somatic symptoms were recruited from outpatient and inpatient departments of a psychiatric hospital in China and completed semi-structured interviews.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Three main themes and nine subthemes emerged: (1) <i>Disease Cognition Dilemma</i> (subthemes: misattribution of physical symptoms; concerns about drug side effects and addiction; optimistic bias triggered by symptom relief); (2) <i>Multiple Role Conflicts</i> (subthemes: role conflict between caregiver and disease manager; role conflict between emotional supporter and self-suppressor; conflict between career development needs and care responsibilities); and (3) <i>Lack of Support System</i> (subthemes: insufficient medical resource support; insufficient professional care guidance; inadequate adaptation of the education system).</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>Psychiatric-mental health nurses should enhance family caregiving capabilities by providing structured illness education, care skills training, and social resource integration interventions, thereby promoting the recovery process of adolescents. Future research should focus on developing a nurse-led family support model and exploring the application of digital intervention technologies to build a more complete family care support system.</p>","PeriodicalId":50071,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Psychosocial Nursing and Mental Health Services","volume":" ","pages":"35-46"},"PeriodicalIF":1.5,"publicationDate":"2026-07-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"146012994","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}
Brenda L Mayfield, Emily Woods, Sameera Rajpari, Christopher Atchison
{"title":"Advancing Trauma-Informed Responses to Military Sexual Trauma.","authors":"Brenda L Mayfield, Emily Woods, Sameera Rajpari, Christopher Atchison","doi":"10.3928/02793695-20260609-01","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.3928/02793695-20260609-01","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":50071,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Psychosocial Nursing and Mental Health Services","volume":"64 7","pages":"2-4"},"PeriodicalIF":1.5,"publicationDate":"2026-07-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148399819","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":"Management of Comorbid Autism Spectrum Disorder, Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, and Anxiety in Pediatric PMHNP Practice.","authors":"Dristi Basnet, Lisa Beauvois","doi":"10.3928/02793695-20260609-03","DOIUrl":"10.3928/02793695-20260609-03","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental condition characterized by deficits in social communication and restricted, repetitive behaviors, frequently accompanied by comorbid psychiatric conditions, such as anxiety and attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder. Symptom overlap complicates diagnosis, whereas the absence of tailored clinical guidelines contributes to variable practices and the risk of over- and undertreatment. The current article examines the efficacy and safety of guanfacine extended-release (GXR) for the treatment of hyperactivity, impulsivity, and associated behavioral symptoms in children with ASD and comorbid psychiatric conditions. Current evidence supports GXR as an effective nonstimulant option with a tolerable safety profile, particularly for children with co-occurring anxiety or sleep disturbance or those who are poor candidates for stimulant therapy. Careful titration and ongoing monitoring remain essential given this population's heightened sensitivity to adverse effects. For psychiatric-mental health nurse practitioners, these findings underscore the importance of individualized, family-centered care; ASD-specific assessment; and interdisciplinary collaboration. Ethical prescribing, ongoing clinical monitoring, and meaningful caregiver engagement are essential to optimizing outcomes and enhancing quality of life for children with ASD and comorbid psychiatric conditions.</p>","PeriodicalId":50071,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Psychosocial Nursing and Mental Health Services","volume":"64 7","pages":"7-10"},"PeriodicalIF":1.5,"publicationDate":"2026-07-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148399823","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":"\"You Focus Only on Your Breath and Heart\": Experiences of Individuals With Mental Disorders Participating in Nurse-Led Group Yoga Practice in an Inpatient Psychiatric Unit.","authors":"Gülsüm Zekiye Tuncer, Kübra Kargın","doi":"10.3928/02793695-20260618-03","DOIUrl":"10.3928/02793695-20260618-03","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Purpose: </strong>To explore the experiences of individuals with mental disorders participating in a nurse-led group yoga practice in an acute psychiatric inpatient setting.</p><p><strong>Method: </strong>A descriptive qualitative design was used. The study sample comprised patients with mental disorders hospitalized in a psychiatric unit of a university hospital in Türkiye; 26 patients participated in the yoga program, and interviews were conducted with 14 participants who attended at least eight sessions over 4 weeks. Data were collected through semi-structured interviews and analyzed using reflexive thematic analysis informed by a analytic framework.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Four main themes emerged: <i>Emotional and Mental Well-Being, Reflecting Relaxation, Emotional Regulation, and Enhanced Self-Awareness</i>; <i>Physical Effects and Body Awareness</i> (including increased bodily awareness and breath control); <i>The Power of Shared Experience</i> (highlighting motivation and social connectedness fostered through group practice); and <i>Challenges and Recommendations</i> (addressing physical strain, environmental limitations, and suggestions for structured and supportive implementation).</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>Nurse-led group yoga appears to be a holistic and supportive intervention for psychiatric inpatients, improving psychological well-being, physical awareness, and social connectedness. Integrating structured, nurse-led yoga sessions into psychiatric wards can promote recovery-oriented, holistic care.</p>","PeriodicalId":50071,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Psychosocial Nursing and Mental Health Services","volume":" ","pages":"1-11"},"PeriodicalIF":1.5,"publicationDate":"2026-06-29","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148320253","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":"Comparison of Negative Automatic Thoughts and Self-Efficacy Levels in Mental Disorders.","authors":"Özlem Şahin Altun, Duygu Özer, Eylül Başer","doi":"10.3928/02793695-20260619-01","DOIUrl":"10.3928/02793695-20260619-01","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Purpose: </strong>To compare the levels of negative automatic thoughts (NATs) and self-efficacy among individuals with different mental disorders and examine the relationship between NATs and self-efficacy levels across the sample.</p><p><strong>Method: </strong>This cross-sectional study was conducted with 187 individuals diagnosed with bipolar disorder, depression, schizophrenia and other psychotic disorders, anxiety, and substance use disorder (SUD) who attended a psychiatry outpatient clinic. Data were collected using the Negative Automatic Thoughts Questionnaire (NATQ) and General Self-Efficacy Scale (GSE).</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Mean GSE total score of individuals with SUD and schizophrenia and other psychotic disorders was lower and mean NATQ total score was higher than other groups (<i>p</i> < .001). A significant negative correlation was found between mean GSE total score and mean NATQ total score (<i>r</i> = -0.983; <i>p</i> < .001). Mean NATQ total score explained 96.7% of the score obtained from the GSE (R<sup>2</sup> = 0.967; <i>p</i> < .001).</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>Individuals with mental disorders had high levels of NATs and low levels of self-efficacy. Given the higher levels of NATs and lower self-efficacy observed among individuals with SUD and schizophrenia, these groups may benefit from additional support and interventions targeting cognitive distortions and self-efficacy.</p>","PeriodicalId":50071,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Psychosocial Nursing and Mental Health Services","volume":" ","pages":"1-11"},"PeriodicalIF":1.5,"publicationDate":"2026-06-29","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148320214","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}
Veronica B Decker, Siera Patrick, Nmesoma Ozougwu, Janet Lopez, Jethro Raphael M Suarez, Chitra Banarjee, Dahee Kim, Carla S Leinbach, Ladda Thiamwong
{"title":"Depressive Symptoms, Fear of Falling, and the Case for Integrated Mental Health Interventions in Geriatric Care: Breaking the Cycle.","authors":"Veronica B Decker, Siera Patrick, Nmesoma Ozougwu, Janet Lopez, Jethro Raphael M Suarez, Chitra Banarjee, Dahee Kim, Carla S Leinbach, Ladda Thiamwong","doi":"10.3928/02793695-20260619-03","DOIUrl":"10.3928/02793695-20260619-03","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Purpose: </strong>To explore the relationship between depressive symptoms and fear of falling (FoF) to identify shared risk factors and inform integrated prevention strategies.</p><p><strong>Method: </strong>A cross-sectional correlational design was conducted in three phases to examine relationships between depressive symptoms and FoF in 354 community-dwelling older adults. Depressive symptoms were assessed with the Patient Health Questionnaire-9, FoF with the Short Falls Efficacy Scale-International, and individual differences in behavioral inhibition and action with the Behavioral Inhibition System and Behavioral Activation System.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Depressive symptoms were significantly associated with falls and FoF beyond other factors. The regression model showed that FoF independently predicted depressive symptoms, indicating a direct role in depression. Other factors (age, living alone) may operate through shared pathways.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>Findings support existing research, suggesting that psychological factors, such as FoF, play a key role in the mental health of older adults.</p>","PeriodicalId":50071,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Psychosocial Nursing and Mental Health Services","volume":" ","pages":"1-12"},"PeriodicalIF":1.5,"publicationDate":"2026-06-29","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148320208","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":"\"Lotus Blossoms\".","authors":"Martha Jennemann","doi":"10.3928/02793695-20260429-01","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.3928/02793695-20260429-01","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":50071,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Psychosocial Nursing and Mental Health Services","volume":"64 6","pages":"56"},"PeriodicalIF":1.1,"publicationDate":"2026-06-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148139680","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}
Ashley Fenton, Diana Baptiste, Joyline Chepkorir, Samuel Byiringiro, Brenda Owusu, Nwakaego A Nmezi, Charlotte Nwogwugwu, Asma Rayani, Binu Koirala
{"title":"Digital Health Interventions for Cardiometabolic Risk Reduction in Serious Mental Illness: A Systematic Review.","authors":"Ashley Fenton, Diana Baptiste, Joyline Chepkorir, Samuel Byiringiro, Brenda Owusu, Nwakaego A Nmezi, Charlotte Nwogwugwu, Asma Rayani, Binu Koirala","doi":"10.3928/02793695-20251120-02","DOIUrl":"10.3928/02793695-20251120-02","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Purpose: </strong>Individuals with serious mental illness (SMI) experience significantly increased cardiometabolic risks, including obesity, diabetes, and cardiovascular disease, contributing to reduced life expectancy. Digital health interventions offer scalable opportunities to promote behavior change and support self-management in this high-risk population.</p><p><strong>Method: </strong>A systematic review was conducted to evaluate nine studies of digital health interventions targeting cardiometabolic outcomes in individuals with SMI. Interventions used mobile applications, web-based tools, or wearable devices and incorporated behavioral strategies, such as cognitive-behavioral therapy and motivational interviewing.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Most studies reported improvements in depressive symptoms, physical activity, diet, and cardiometabolic indicators, including weight, A1c, and blood pressure. Although most reported improvements in cardiometabolic and mental health outcomes, findings were limited by small sample sizes, brief follow-up durations, and intervention heterogeneity. Disparities in digital literacy and access also pose implementation challenges.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>Digital health interventions show promise for improving physical and mental health in individuals with SMI. Future research should focus on large-scale, theory-driven trials and integration into routine care settings.</p>","PeriodicalId":50071,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Psychosocial Nursing and Mental Health Services","volume":" ","pages":"12-19"},"PeriodicalIF":1.1,"publicationDate":"2026-06-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145656298","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}
Simay Ezgi Budak Aşıklı, Nurgül Özgen, Melike Ayça Ay Kaatsiz
{"title":"Relationship Between Nurses' Perceptions of Consultation-Liaison Psychiatric Nurses, Psychosocial Care Competence, and Compassion Fatigue.","authors":"Simay Ezgi Budak Aşıklı, Nurgül Özgen, Melike Ayça Ay Kaatsiz","doi":"10.3928/02793695-20251104-04","DOIUrl":"10.3928/02793695-20251104-04","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Purpose: </strong>To explore the relationship between nurses' perceptions of consultation-liaison psychiatric nurses (CLPNs), psychosocial care competence, and compassion fatigue.</p><p><strong>Method: </strong>The current study involved 453 nurses recruited using snowball sampling. Data were collected using a demographic information form (with items on perceived effectiveness of CLPN support: CLPN1 and CLPN2), the Psychosocial Care Competence Self-Assessment Scale (PCCSAS), and Compassion Fatigue-Short Scale (CFSS).</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Of total participants, 65.6% perceived CLPN support as highly effective for psychosocial care, and 62.7% for workplace mental health. Nurses reported above-average psychosocial care competence and moderate compassion fatigue. CLPN1 correlated positively with the PCCSAS; CLPN2 showed a low positive correlation with the CFSS subscale, secondary traumatic stress. The PCCSAS had a weak positive correlation with the CFSS and a weak negative correlation with the job burnout subscale of the CFSS.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>Programs that enhance psychosocial care competence, reduce compassion fatigue, and promote CLPN involvement are needed.</p>","PeriodicalId":50071,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Psychosocial Nursing and Mental Health Services","volume":" ","pages":"28-36"},"PeriodicalIF":1.1,"publicationDate":"2026-06-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145490733","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}