{"title":"Impact of physical activity on life satisfaction among middle-aged and older adults in China: A longitudinal national study.","authors":"Yiting Kang","doi":"10.1177/00912174241291716","DOIUrl":"10.1177/00912174241291716","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>ObjectiveThis study examined the impact of physical activity on life satisfaction in middle-aged and older adults in China. Utilizing longitudinal data from the China Health and Retirement Longitudinal Study (CHARLS) conducted in 2015 and 2018, a total of 6484 participants aged 45 or older were included in the analysis.MethodsData were collected on sociodemographic, health, and lifestyle variables, physical activity, and life satisfaction. Physical activity was categorized into 3 levels: low (71%), moderate (25%), and high (4%). Ordinal logistic regression and subgroup analysis were used to examine the effect of baseline physical activity on life satisfaction, including the examination of interaction effects.ResultsAfter adjusting for age, gender, education, marriage, residence, smoking, alcohol use, depressive symptoms, and self-rated health at baseline (2015), compared to the moderate-intensity physical exercise group, those in the low-intensity group experienced significantly lower levels of life satisfaction on follow-up (2018). In the subgroup analyses, a significant negative effect of low-intensity physical activity on life satisfaction was found in all groups regardless of age, education, marital status, smoking, alcohol use, sleep duration, weight, presence of chronic diseases, or self-rated health.ConclusionThese results support the promotion of physical exercise to enhance life satisfaction among middle-aged and older adults in China.</p>","PeriodicalId":50294,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Psychiatry in Medicine","volume":" ","pages":"235-253"},"PeriodicalIF":1.1,"publicationDate":"2025-05-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142394887","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":"Association between Jewish religious observance and mental health among Israeli adults: Findings from the Global Flourishing Study.","authors":"Jeff Levin, Matt Bradshaw, Byron R Johnson","doi":"10.1177/00912174241296230","DOIUrl":"10.1177/00912174241296230","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>ObjectiveThis study investigated the association between Jewish religious observance and several indicators of mental health and psychological well-being among Jewish Israeli adults.MethodData are from adult (18+) Jewish respondents in Israel (N = 2958) participating in the 1st wave of the Global Flourishing Study (GFS), a 22-nation population-based survey that will eventually involve five annual waves of panel data. The GFS Israeli data were collected via a randomized, stratified, probability-based sampling design, and contained dozens of indicators of sociodemographic, socioeconomic, political, religious, health-related, and other constructs.ResultsMeasures of Jewish religious observance, including religious service attendance, prayer, scripture reading, belief in God, and importance of Judaism, were statistically significant predictors of several single-item indicators of mental health (overall mental health, depression, anxiety) and psychological well-being (suffering, happiness, life satisfaction). Greater religious observance is associated with a higher self-rating of overall mental health, less depression and anxiety, less suffering, and greater happiness and life satisfaction. Nearly all results withstood adjusting for effects of several sociodemographic covariates.ConclusionThese results offer confirmation of prior studies using smaller samples or non-population-based designs and with fewer mental health and religious indicators. These findings suggest that evidence for a positive association between religious observance and mental health or psychological well-being among Israeli Jewish adults is consistent with those in the literature for adherents to other faith traditions.</p>","PeriodicalId":50294,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Psychiatry in Medicine","volume":" ","pages":"338-355"},"PeriodicalIF":1.1,"publicationDate":"2025-05-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142512220","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":"Dietary omega-3 intake and cognitive function in older adults.","authors":"Bingdian Wang, Deqin Li, Cuicui Peng, Jingfang Hong, Yonggui Wu","doi":"10.1177/00912174241284925","DOIUrl":"10.1177/00912174241284925","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>ObjectiveDietary habits have long been known to be a critical factor influencing cognitive health, especially among older adults. Despite extensive research on various dietary supplements, the impact of omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs) on cognitive function has not yet been thoroughly investigated. This research seeks to determine whether taking more omega-3 PUFAs correlates with improved cognitive function in older adults.MethodsCross-sectional data were analyzed from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES), which included 2430 elderly participants aged 60 and above in the United States. The association between omega-3 consumption and cognitive outcomes was evaluated using linear regression models. Smoothing curves and threshold effect analysis were employed to examine nonlinear associations. Subgroup studies were conducted to demonstrate the strength and reliability of the association and factors affecting it.ResultsThe fully adjusted model demonstrated significant positive correlations between omega-3 intake and scores on all 3 cognitive assessments. Specifically, in the final model, the beta coefficients for the CERAD Word Learning test, Animal Fluency Test, and Digit Symbol Substitution Test were 0.53 (95% CI: 0.33-0.72, <i>P</i> < 0.0001), 0.29 (95% CI: 0.12-0.47, <i>P</i> = 0.001), and 0.61 (95% CI: 0.19-1.03, <i>P</i> = 0.0045), respectively.ConclusionIncreased intake of omega-3 was positively and independently associated with cognitive function in older adults, suggesting that consumption of omega-3 PUFAs may help to prevent cognitive decline with aging. Prospective studies are needed to determine the direct of effect in this association.</p>","PeriodicalId":50294,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Psychiatry in Medicine","volume":" ","pages":"265-279"},"PeriodicalIF":1.1,"publicationDate":"2025-05-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142299969","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":"Optimizing the mental and cognitive health of older adults, the well-being of physicians, and the mental health of Jewish Israelis.","authors":"Harold G Koenig","doi":"10.1177/00912174251321156","DOIUrl":"10.1177/00912174251321156","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":50294,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Psychiatry in Medicine","volume":" ","pages":"231-234"},"PeriodicalIF":1.1,"publicationDate":"2025-05-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143374961","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}
Malik Muhammad Sohail, Kinza Nawaz, Benjamin Doolittle
{"title":"Thriving among Pakistani physicians: A qualitative study.","authors":"Malik Muhammad Sohail, Kinza Nawaz, Benjamin Doolittle","doi":"10.1177/00912174241272545","DOIUrl":"10.1177/00912174241272545","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>ObjectiveBurnout among physicians negatively impacts the quality of patient care and provider's mental health. While many studies have evaluated burnout, factors associated with physician thriving are not well-defined. This study involved a qualitative exploration of thriving and career satisfaction among physicians in Pakistan.MethodsA snowball sampling technique was used to recruit participants who completed a measure of job satisfaction, life satisfaction, and burnout between December 2022 and February 2023. Semi-structured qualitative interviews were conducted to explore factors associated with burnout and thriving. Participants were physicians working in public and private hospitals in North Punjab.ResultsTwenty-four physicians were interviewed. Six themes emerged that might help to explain factors involved in thriving: patients' affirmation, serving humanity, social support, spiritual connection, occupational prestige, and activities outside of work. Two themes were identified as challenges to thriving: excessive workload and lack of resources.ConclusionImproving the well-being of primary care practitioners requires a multimodal approach, which includes cultivating intrinsic virtues, such as resilience and spiritual resources, as well as improving social support and the workplace environment.</p>","PeriodicalId":50294,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Psychiatry in Medicine","volume":" ","pages":"313-329"},"PeriodicalIF":1.1,"publicationDate":"2025-05-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141903452","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":"Clinical efficacy of electroconvulsive therapy combined with antidepressant medication in patients with treatment-resistant depression: A meta-analysis.","authors":"Xiaoli Sun, Junyun Liu, Wanwen Li","doi":"10.1177/00912174251338962","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1177/00912174251338962","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>ObjectiveTo systematically evaluate the efficacy of electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) combined with antidepressant medication in patients with treatment-resistant depression.MethodsA search of the CNKI, Wanfang, Vip, China Biomedical Literature Database, PubMed, Cochrane Library, Embase, and Web of Science databases was conducted from their inception to January 1, 2025. Randomized controlled trials evaluating the efficacy of ECT combined with antidepressant medication in patients with treatment-resistant depression were included. The experimental group received ECT combined with antidepressant drugs, while the control group received either ECT alone or ECT combined with a placebo. Data were analyzed using RevMan 5.2 software.ResultsA total of 11 randomized controlled trials involving 1254 patients were included in the analysis. Patients treated with ECT combined with antidepressants showed significantly greater improvement in depressive symptoms (<i>SMD</i> = -0.29, <i>95% CI</i> = -0.47 to -0.12, <i>P</i> = 0.001) and higher remission rates (<i>OR</i> = 1.73, <i>95% CI</i> = 1.24 to 2.40, <i>P</i> = 0. 001) compared to patients treated with ECT alone. There was no significant difference between the two groups in seizure duration (<i>SMD</i> = 0.17, <i>95% CI</i> = -0.14 to 0.49, <i>P</i> = 0.28) or the incidence of adverse effects (<i>OR</i> = 1.15, <i>95% CI</i> = 0.73 to 21.82, <i>P</i> = 0.54).ConclusionThe combination of ECT and antidepressant medication modestly improves depressive symptoms and increases remission rates in patients with treatment-resistant depression. Additionally, it shows no significant difference in seizure duration or the incidence of adverse reactions compared to ECT alone, suggesting its comparable safety profile.</p>","PeriodicalId":50294,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Psychiatry in Medicine","volume":" ","pages":"912174251338962"},"PeriodicalIF":1.1,"publicationDate":"2025-04-29","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144030042","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":"Impact of Psychosocial Interventions on Depression in Chronic Kidney Disease: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.","authors":"Jivitesh Singh Chahal, Sumit Saini, Priyanka Bansal, Jivesh Arora, Pir Dutt Bansal, Bhavneesh Saini","doi":"10.1177/00912174251326009","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1177/00912174251326009","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>Depression is prevalent among individuals with chronic kidney disease (CKD) and those undergoing dialysis, with significant impacts on morbidity and mortality. This systematic review and meta-analysis was done to evaluate the efficacy of psychosocial interventions in managing depressive symptoms in patients with CKD.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>This systematic review and meta-analysis adhered to PRISMA guidelines. A literature search was conducted across PubMed, Embase, Google Scholar, and Cochrane Library databases from January 2007 to July 2024. Randomized controlled trials (RCTs) investigating psychosocial interventions in CKD patients (Stage 4 or 5 or on hemodialysis) were included. The primary outcome was the change in depressive symptoms, measured by standardized clinical tools. Quality of life was a secondary outcome. Data extraction and bias assessment were conducted using ROB-2 and GRADEpro GDT tools.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Twelve studies with a total of 792 participants (420 in the intervention group and 372 in the control group) were included. Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) was the most common intervention. Psychosocial interventions significantly reduced depressive symptoms compared to routine care (mean difference [MD]: -4.22; 95% CI: -6.67, -1.76; <i>P</i> = 0.0008). High heterogeneity (I<sup>2</sup> = 89%) was noted. Sensitivity analysis confirmed the robustness of the results. The impact on quality of life was not statistically significant (MD: 0.94; 95% CI: -0.61, 2.49; <i>P</i> = 0.24).</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>Moderate-quality evidence suggests that psychosocial interventions effectively reduce depressive symptoms in CKD patients. While no significant improvement in quality of life was observed, these interventions provide an alternative to pharmacological treatments, potentially minimizing drug-related side effects.</p>","PeriodicalId":50294,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Psychiatry in Medicine","volume":" ","pages":"912174251326009"},"PeriodicalIF":1.1,"publicationDate":"2025-03-04","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143558047","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}
Mohammmad Abidali, Guitelle St Victor, Shady Mashaly, Pranab Dahal
{"title":"Red kratom and red corvette: A case of mania induced by kratom withdrawal.","authors":"Mohammmad Abidali, Guitelle St Victor, Shady Mashaly, Pranab Dahal","doi":"10.1177/00912174241281980","DOIUrl":"10.1177/00912174241281980","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>Kratom, derived from the <i>Mitragyna speciose</i>, a plant native to Southeast Asia, is a substance that is gaining popularity in the United States as a tool for self-medicating in opiate withdrawal and pain management. Its active compounds, mitragynine and 7-hydroxymitragynine, interact with various receptors in the body, resulting in a spectrum of clinical effects.</p><p><strong>Case: </strong>A 56-year-old male with a history of depression and cannabis use disorder arrived at the emergency department in a state of severe agitation with erratic behavior and aggression. Further evaluation revealed a recent abrupt discontinuation of Kratom use. A psychiatric consultation was requested and performed by the consultation liaison team, diagnosing Kratom withdrawal as the most likely cause of his acute mania.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>Neuropsychiatric symptoms arising from Kratom toxicity is a well-documented phenomenon. However, to our knowledge, this is the first documented case of acute mania induced by Kratom withdrawal.</p>","PeriodicalId":50294,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Psychiatry in Medicine","volume":" ","pages":"221-225"},"PeriodicalIF":1.1,"publicationDate":"2025-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142141581","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":"Mood disorders and related syndromes in primary care and specialty care patients.","authors":"Harold G Koenig","doi":"10.1177/00912174241307266","DOIUrl":"10.1177/00912174241307266","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":50294,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Psychiatry in Medicine","volume":" ","pages":"115-118"},"PeriodicalIF":1.1,"publicationDate":"2025-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142787523","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 cyberbullying, anxiety, and depression among university students in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia: A cross-sectional study.","authors":"Waleed Alghamdi, Samara Almadani, Hanin Banjer, Dima Alsulami, Yara Alghamdi","doi":"10.1177/00912174241265560","DOIUrl":"10.1177/00912174241265560","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Objective: </strong>Cyberbullying is defined as online aggressive behavior that involves insulting or threatening others, and has been shown to cause severe psychological distress, particularly in students. This is often attributed to the frequency and anonymity of the bullying behaviors. Given the lack of research on this issue in Saudi Arabia, the current study sought to evaluate the prevalence of cyberbullying and its relationship with anxiety, depression, and stress among university students in Jeddah.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>In this cross-sectional study, an online questionnaire was administered to 877 university students in Jeddah. Cyberbullying and cybervictimization were assessed using the Revised Cyberbullying Inventory scale (RCBI-II) and the Depression, Anxiety, and Stress Scale - 21 Items (DASS-21).</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>The majority of students had the experience of being a cyberbully (73%), while 54% reported being a victim of cyberbullying. No significant association was found between gender and cyberbullying, with both males and females reporting high rates of cyberbullying. The majority of participants (n = 498) also reported significant depressive symptoms. A significant positive association was found between cyberbullying/cybervictimization and depression, anxiety, and stress.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>Many university students in this study were found to be victims of cyberbullying, and there was a strong correlation between cyberbullying and anxiety, depression, and stress, indicating a potential impact on the psychological well-being of students. To address this issue, increased awareness of cyberbullying is needed, along with implementation of preventive measures such as educational campaigns and empathy-building activities among students.</p>","PeriodicalId":50294,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Psychiatry in Medicine","volume":" ","pages":"170-186"},"PeriodicalIF":1.1,"publicationDate":"2025-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141749548","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}