{"title":"Drugs to Treat Anxiety Disorders and Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD).","authors":"","doi":"10.3928/02793695-20260414-79","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.3928/02793695-20260414-79","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":50071,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Psychosocial Nursing and Mental Health Services","volume":"64 5","pages":"7-8"},"PeriodicalIF":1.1,"publicationDate":"2026-05-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147845337","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":"Effect of Community-Based Older Adult Care Models on Mental Health: A Comprehensive Review.","authors":"YanHua Zhao, Jinguo Wang, Aixu Duan","doi":"10.3928/02793695-20251120-01","DOIUrl":"10.3928/02793695-20251120-01","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Purpose: </strong>To evaluate available evidence on community-based older adult care interventions and their effects on depression, anxiety, and overall psychological strength.</p><p><strong>Method: </strong>The current review included 42 studies, which outlined the advantages, challenges, and prospects of community-based older adult mental health interventions.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Findings show that older adults with medium to high social and psychological stressors should be targeted with well-structured community-based programs to improve the quality of social and psychological engagement within this population. However, the full effect of these services is mitigated due to resource limitations, regulatory restrictions, and lack of willingness for cultural adaptation.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>Community-based older adult care models demonstrated effectiveness in improving mental health outcomes; however, some challenges, such as inadequate resources and their allocation, policies, and cultural adaptation barriers, need reform. Future initiatives should focus on expanding training programs, integrating mental health into existing community services, and strengthening financial support for older adults.</p>","PeriodicalId":50071,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Psychosocial Nursing and Mental Health Services","volume":" ","pages":"20-28"},"PeriodicalIF":1.1,"publicationDate":"2026-05-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145656316","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}
Helen Clare Stewart, Ashfaque Ahmed Talpur, Patience Govera, Parveen Ali
{"title":"Effect of Childhood Exposure to Domestic Violence and Abuse on Adult Relationships: A Mental Health Nurse Perspective.","authors":"Helen Clare Stewart, Ashfaque Ahmed Talpur, Patience Govera, Parveen Ali","doi":"10.3928/02793695-20251121-01","DOIUrl":"10.3928/02793695-20251121-01","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Purpose: </strong>The current study explored how childhood exposure to domestic violence and abuse (DVA) influences adult relationships and mental health nurses' (MHNs) experiences and professional responses to these issues.</p><p><strong>Method: </strong>A qualitative descriptive design was used, with semi-structured individual interviews conducted with 11 MHNs from diverse health care settings in the United Kingdom. Thematic analysis identified key themes highlighting participants' perceptions and clinical experiences.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Five key themes emerged: (1) <i>Conceptualizing DVA</i>; (2) <i>Mental Health Consequences and Trauma Triggers</i>; (3) <i>The Role of MHNs</i>; (4) <i>Psychological Interventions and Interprofessional Collaboration</i>; and (5) <i>Adult Relationships and the Long-Term Impact of DVA</i>. Findings highlight significant gaps in MHNs' training and preparation for trauma-informed care, as well as systemic obstacles, such as time constraints, lack of standardized guidelines, and limited access to specialist services. These factors collectively hinder MHNs' ability to effectively support individuals affected by childhood DVA.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>Improved DVA education, standardized trauma-informed practices, and enhanced interprofessional collaboration are essential for strengthening MHN support. Addressing these gaps will enhance care for affected individuals and help break the cycle of intergenerational violence.</p>","PeriodicalId":50071,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Psychosocial Nursing and Mental Health Services","volume":" ","pages":"29-36"},"PeriodicalIF":1.1,"publicationDate":"2026-05-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145656287","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":"Preliminary Evaluation of a Nurse-Led Mindfulness Program With Psychoeducation on Rumination in Psychiatric Daycare Clients With Depressive Symptoms.","authors":"Miki Eguchi, Naoki Yoshinaga, Hiroko Kunikata","doi":"10.3928/02793695-20251104-02","DOIUrl":"10.3928/02793695-20251104-02","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Purpose: </strong>Mindfulness-based interventions may reduce depression and rumination; however, rumination can hinder engagement and increase dropout. The current study evaluated the preliminary efficacy of a nurse-led, mindfulness-based program incorporating psychoeducation on rumination, compared to usual psychiatric daycare alone.</p><p><strong>Method: </strong>A prospective, multicenter, non-randomized controlled trial was conducted with adults presenting depressive symptoms in daycare settings (intervention: <i>n</i> = 20; control: <i>n</i> = 17). Primary outcomes were rumination and dropout rates.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>No significant between-group difference was found in rumination, although small but meaningful pre-post effect sizes were observed only within the intervention group. Dropout rates were 5% (intervention) and 11.8% (control). A significant between-group difference was observed in the \"fortune-teller error\" subscale of cognitive bias (secondary outcome), with medium pre-post effect sizes in the intervention group.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>The program may help reduce cognitive biases and improve engagement, even among individuals with depressive symptoms.</p>","PeriodicalId":50071,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Psychosocial Nursing and Mental Health Services","volume":" ","pages":"38-45"},"PeriodicalIF":1.1,"publicationDate":"2026-05-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145490788","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":"NARSAD Artworks.","authors":"Mark Lassiter","doi":"10.3928/02793695-20260325-01","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.3928/02793695-20260325-01","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":50071,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Psychosocial Nursing and Mental Health Services","volume":"64 5","pages":"56"},"PeriodicalIF":1.1,"publicationDate":"2026-05-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147845310","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":"Relationship Between Psychological Well-Being, Emotional Intelligence Traits of Postpartum Mothers, Maternal Attachment, and the Motherhood Role.","authors":"Şükran Başgöl, Emine Koç, Seyhan Çankaya","doi":"10.3928/02793695-20251104-01","DOIUrl":"10.3928/02793695-20251104-01","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Purpose: </strong>To examine relationships among psychological well-being, emotional intelligence, maternal attachment, and motherhood role among postpartum mothers.</p><p><strong>Method: </strong>Participants were 390 mothers with infants aged 4 to 12 months. Data were collected using a personal information form, the Psychological Well-Being Scale (PWBS), Trait Emotional Intelligence Questionnaire-Short Form (TEIQue-SF), Maternal Attachment Inventory, and Being a Mother Scale.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Mothers with perceived low income, lack of social security, poor relationships with their spouses, dissatisfaction with childbirth, and lack of post-partum support were found to be less satisfied with their motherhood experiences (<i>p</i> < 0.05). A negative correlation was found between being a mother and psychological well-being, TEIQue-SF total score, and subdimensions (<i>p</i> < 0.005). According to regression analysis, those with poor relationships with their spouses (β = 0.104, <i>p</i> = 0.026), low PWBS scores (β = -0.199, <i>p</i> < 0.001), and low TEIQue-SF scores (β = -0.267, <i>p</i> < 0.001) are significant factors affecting maternal role satisfaction by 21.1%. No significant relationship was found between maternal attachment and psychological well-being, emotional intelligence, and other variables (<i>p</i> > 0.005).</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>Findings emphasize the importance of psychosocial support, spousal involvement, and emotional competence in improving the postpartum maternal experience.</p>","PeriodicalId":50071,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Psychosocial Nursing and Mental Health Services","volume":" ","pages":"46-55"},"PeriodicalIF":1.1,"publicationDate":"2026-05-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145490269","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":"Strategies in Developing Mental Health Literacy Tools: An Integrative Review.","authors":"Nicholas Cooper, Ashley Fenton","doi":"10.3928/02793695-20251120-03","DOIUrl":"10.3928/02793695-20251120-03","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Purpose: </strong>Health misinformation on social media disproportionately impacts individuals with mental illness, increasing health care avoidance and stigma. The current integrative review aimed to identify effective, evidence-based interventions to improve mental health literacy and counter misinformation in clinical settings.</p><p><strong>Method: </strong>A systematic search of PubMed, Embase, and CINAHL was conducted using terms related to health literacy, mental illness, and patient education. Inclusion criteria focused on adult populations and articles published from 2015 to 2025. Thirteen studies were included and appraised using the Johns Hopkins Nursing Evidence-Based Practices Evidence Rating Scale.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Key components of effective interventions included audiovisual education tools, integration into routine appointments, and use of health literacy assessments. Most studies reported improvements in health literacy, anxiety, and depression. However, heterogeneity in tools and lack of theoretical frameworks limited generalizability.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>Brief, accessible audiovisual interventions embedded in standard care improve patient understanding and emotional outcomes. Future research should focus on theory-based design, validated tools, and mental health-specific outcomes.</p>","PeriodicalId":50071,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Psychosocial Nursing and Mental Health Services","volume":" ","pages":"13-18"},"PeriodicalIF":1.1,"publicationDate":"2026-05-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145656336","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}
Jeanne-Marie Stacciarini, Katherine Kruger, Sue Anne Bell
{"title":"Healing Minds on a Warming Planet: What is the Role of Mental Health Nurses in Climate Resilience?","authors":"Jeanne-Marie Stacciarini, Katherine Kruger, Sue Anne Bell","doi":"10.3928/02793695-20260414-03","DOIUrl":"10.3928/02793695-20260414-03","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":50071,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Psychosocial Nursing and Mental Health Services","volume":"64 5","pages":"3-5"},"PeriodicalIF":1.5,"publicationDate":"2026-05-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC13377503/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147845307","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Recent Pharmacological Guidelines for Difficult-to-Treat Mental Disorders.","authors":"Karan Kverno","doi":"10.3928/02793695-20260414-02","DOIUrl":"10.3928/02793695-20260414-02","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Reassessment and adjustments in pharmacological treatment are common in the care of serious mental illness. Common adulthood mental disorders that are associated with significant personal risks for poor functional outcomes if response to treatment is inadequate are major depressive disorder, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia. The current review of clinical practice guidelines, published within the past 3 years, examines stepwise treatment recommendations based on level of response to first-line treatment trials of adequate dose and duration.</p>","PeriodicalId":50071,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Psychosocial Nursing and Mental Health Services","volume":"64 5","pages":"9-12"},"PeriodicalIF":1.5,"publicationDate":"2026-05-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147845325","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}
Erkan Durar, Mustafa Durmuş, Ayşegül Dönmez, Şeyda Dülgerler
{"title":"The Role of Nurses in Alcohol and Substance Use Disorder Treatment: A Scientific Analysis of Global Research Activities.","authors":"Erkan Durar, Mustafa Durmuş, Ayşegül Dönmez, Şeyda Dülgerler","doi":"10.3928/02793695-20260420-03","DOIUrl":"10.3928/02793695-20260420-03","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Purpose: </strong>To examine the quantitative and qualitative characteristics of publications on alcohol and substance use disorders in the field of nursing as well as the roles of nurses in this context from a bibliometric perspective. The Web of Science database was used for this study.</p><p><strong>Method: </strong>Bibliometric analysis was used to determine the scope of knowledge in a specific field and to measure productivity. Data were collected by searching with the keyword combination \"alcohol\" OR \"substance\" OR \"drugs\" OR \"narcotics\" OR \"cocaine\" AND \"addiction,\" covering studies published up to June 20, 2025, the date of the study, without any time limitation.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>The data search identified 721 alcohol and substance addiction research and review articles conducted in the field of nursing between 1989 and 2025, and the process was completed using 643 studies in accordance with the exclusion criteria. The analysis revealed that 2,083 authors contributed to the publications, including 596 research articles and 47 reviews/systematic reviews, and each publication received an average of 8.7 citations.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>Findings highlight the critical need for ongoing research, policy development, and practical interventions to ensure the safety and well-being of nurses and individuals with addiction in mental health settings, and progress has been made in understanding and addressing the roles of nurses regarding alcohol and substance dependence.</p>","PeriodicalId":50071,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Psychosocial Nursing and Mental Health Services","volume":" ","pages":"1-9"},"PeriodicalIF":1.5,"publicationDate":"2026-04-28","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147787705","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}