Khait Abdallah Abu , Austin Menger , Ghada Shahrour , Ayat ALhamdan , Esra'a Issa , Shaher H. Hamaideh
{"title":"Corrigendum to “The association between psychotic symptoms and suicidal ideation in a sample of patients with schizophrenia: The moderating effect of the frequency of suicidal thoughts” [Archives of Psychiatric Nursing 54 (2025) 63–72]","authors":"Khait Abdallah Abu , Austin Menger , Ghada Shahrour , Ayat ALhamdan , Esra'a Issa , Shaher H. Hamaideh","doi":"10.1016/j.apnu.2025.151930","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.apnu.2025.151930","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":55466,"journal":{"name":"Archives of Psychiatric Nursing","volume":"57 ","pages":"Article 151930"},"PeriodicalIF":2.2,"publicationDate":"2025-07-02","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144522664","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}
Shuang Hu , Hao Yao , Kunmei Li , Chuan Li , Ling Wang , Yimeng Shi , Haitao Liu , Zhuoer Huang , Fangsiqi Zhang , Yuxiao Zhao , Zixuan Tang , Lanqi Huang , Luodi Shen , Jianhua Chen , Yifeng Xu
{"title":"Gender differences in caregiver burden among informal caregivers of people with mental illness: A cross-sectional survey","authors":"Shuang Hu , Hao Yao , Kunmei Li , Chuan Li , Ling Wang , Yimeng Shi , Haitao Liu , Zhuoer Huang , Fangsiqi Zhang , Yuxiao Zhao , Zixuan Tang , Lanqi Huang , Luodi Shen , Jianhua Chen , Yifeng Xu","doi":"10.1016/j.apnu.2025.151929","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.apnu.2025.151929","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Purpose</h3><div>Little is known about gender differences in caregiver burden among informal caregivers of people with mental illness in China. Given the still high prevalence of traditional gender roles in caregiving, it is essential to investigate the association between caregiver/care recipient gender and caregiver burden.</div></div><div><h3>Methods</h3><div>A total of 1174 informal caregivers of people with mental illness in China were recruited. The 12-item Zarit Burden Interview (ZBI-12), Oslo Social Support Scale (OSSS-3), and Simplified Coping Style Questionnaire (SCSQ) were used to assess caregivers' burden, social support, and coping style respectively. Information on caregiver, care recipient, and caregiving characteristics was also collected.</div></div><div><h3>Results</h3><div>In multivariate regression analysis, caregiver gender and care recipient gender were both significantly associated with caregiver burden, with male caregivers reporting less burden than female caregivers (<em>p</em> = 0.009) and caregivers of males with mental illness reporting more burden than those of females (<em>p</em> = 0.002). It was also found that more social support and higher active coping tendency were significantly associated with less caregiver burden in both overall and gender-stratified multivariate regression analyses.</div></div><div><h3>Conclusions</h3><div>The findings suggest that, in China, there were gender differences in caregiver burden among informal caregivers of people with mental illness. Psychiatric nurses should provide psychoeducation for caregivers, especially female caregivers and caregivers of male patients, to improve their active coping strategies and increase their social support.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":55466,"journal":{"name":"Archives of Psychiatric Nursing","volume":"57 ","pages":"Article 151929"},"PeriodicalIF":2.2,"publicationDate":"2025-07-02","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144534756","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}
Junggeun Ahn , Jiu Kim , Youngeun Park , Haemin Jeong , Heeseung Choi
{"title":"The effectiveness of immersive virtual reality simulation in psychiatric nursing education: A systematic review","authors":"Junggeun Ahn , Jiu Kim , Youngeun Park , Haemin Jeong , Heeseung Choi","doi":"10.1016/j.apnu.2025.151932","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.apnu.2025.151932","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Background</h3><div>As psychiatric nursing education becomes increasingly important, there is a growing need for simulations that reflect real clinical scenarios. This study explores the effectiveness of immersive virtual reality in psychiatric nursing education for both nursing students and nurses.</div></div><div><h3>Methods</h3><div>A comprehensive literature search was conducted in 11 databases (PubMed, Embase, CENTRAL, Web of Science, CINAHL, MEDLINE, PsycINFO, RISS, KISS, KoreaMED, and DBpia) using a search strategy based on PRISMA.</div></div><div><h3>Results</h3><div>Out of 3111 studies extracted, 7 were included in the systematic review. The findings indicate that immersive virtual reality simulations in psychiatric nursing education may be beneficial in enhancing communication skills, empathy, cognitive engagement, and motivation for learning. Cognitive outcomes included increased presence and attention, but improvements in knowledge acquisition were mixed. Affective outcomes showed positive effects on empathy, reduced bias toward mental illness, and improved cultural competence.</div></div><div><h3>Conclusion</h3><div>This study highlights that immersive virtual reality simulation in psychiatric nursing education offers high educational effectiveness and realism, making it a promising alternative to traditional teaching methods.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":55466,"journal":{"name":"Archives of Psychiatric Nursing","volume":"57 ","pages":"Article 151932"},"PeriodicalIF":2.2,"publicationDate":"2025-07-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144604798","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}
Xiujuan Dong , Norliza binti Ahmad , Kit-Aun Tan , Khuan Lee , Nor Afiah binti Mohd Zulkefli , Kan Guo , Liping He
{"title":"Effectiveness of theory-based health education in reducing stress among nursing students: A systematic review and meta-analysis","authors":"Xiujuan Dong , Norliza binti Ahmad , Kit-Aun Tan , Khuan Lee , Nor Afiah binti Mohd Zulkefli , Kan Guo , Liping He","doi":"10.1016/j.apnu.2025.151915","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.apnu.2025.151915","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Objective</h3><div>To synthesize evidence on the effectiveness of theory-based health education interventions in reducing stress among nursing students.</div></div><div><h3>Methods</h3><div>A systematic review and meta-analysis were conducted to examine the effect of theory-based health education intervention on stress in nursing students. A comprehensive search of Medline, PsycINFO, CINAHL, PubMed, and Scopus were performed on December 5, 2024, without restrictions on publication date. Eligible studies were identified and meta-analysis using a fixed-effect model was conducted to determine the effect size. The risk of bias was assessed by Joanna Briggs Institute critical appraisal checklist. The extent of theory applications was evaluated by a modified version of the Theory Coding Scheme.</div></div><div><h3>Results</h3><div>Twelve studies involving 925 participants met the inclusion criteria, with eight studies included in the present meta-analysis. The findings suggest that theory-based health education interventions have a moderate effect on stress reduction, with a standardized mean difference (SMD) of −0.68, 95 % confidence interval (CI) [−0.83, −0.52], <em>p</em> < 0.001, Interventions incorporating multi-structural theoretical frameworks demonstrated a larger effect size (SMD = −0.84), 95 % CI [−1.09, −0.63], <em>p</em> < 0.001. Similarly, interventions with a higher intensity of theoretical application exhibited stronger effects (SMD = −0.64), 95 % CI [−0.81,−0.46], <em>p</em> < 0.001.</div></div><div><h3>Conclusion</h3><div>Theory-based health education interventions were moderately effective in reducing stress among nursing students, with stronger effects observed in interventions that apply multiple theories and higher levels of theoretical integration. These findings highlight the importance of grounding stress reduction programs in well-developed theoretical frameworks.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":55466,"journal":{"name":"Archives of Psychiatric Nursing","volume":"57 ","pages":"Article 151915"},"PeriodicalIF":2.2,"publicationDate":"2025-06-25","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144556758","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":"Prevalence of depression and its associated factors among Korean women: A cross-sectional study in Seoul","authors":"Thi Thanh Lan Nguyen , Van Cuong Nguyen","doi":"10.1016/j.apnu.2025.151928","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.apnu.2025.151928","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Background</h3><div>Depression is a common mental health disorder characterized by persistent sadness and a loss of interest. Symptoms include changes in appetite, sleep disturbances, fatigue, and reduced well-being. This study assessed the prevalence of depression among Korean women and examined the factors associated with its occurrence.</div></div><div><h3>Methods</h3><div>This study utilized survey data collected in 2022 by the Seoul Foundation of Women and Family, focusing on women aged 19 and older to assess their mental health. Bivariate analysis and multiple logistic regression models were conducted to explore the data.</div></div><div><h3>Results</h3><div>This study included 1015 Korean women aged 19–71, with an overall depression prevalence of 19.9 %. Women aged 19–39 had the highest prevalence (28.2 %), compared to 15.0 % among those aged 40–59 and 12.6 % among those aged 60–71. Depression rates were particularly high among those in poor health (45.1 %), those dissatisfied with life (40.0 %), and those with low self-esteem (38.2 %). The relative risk of depression was 2.75 times higher among those living alone compared to those living with a spouse, 3.73 times higher among those in poor health, 3.35 times higher among those dissatisfied with life, and 3.18 times higher among those with low self-esteem.</div></div><div><h3>Conclusions</h3><div>This study examined sociodemographic characteristics, social experiences, and self-perception factors associated with depression among Korean women. The prevalence was particularly high among women with poor health, life dissatisfaction, and low self-esteem. Effective health and welfare policies are necessary to improve women's health, enhance quality of life, and reduce depression rates.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":55466,"journal":{"name":"Archives of Psychiatric Nursing","volume":"57 ","pages":"Article 151928"},"PeriodicalIF":2.2,"publicationDate":"2025-06-24","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144489690","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":"Mothers of children with autism spectrum disorder: Their views on their children's hospital experiences, expectations from nurses, and a hospital environment sensitive to differences – A qualitative study","authors":"Tugce Kolukisa , Nursan Cinar","doi":"10.1016/j.apnu.2025.151912","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.apnu.2025.151912","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Purpose</h3><div>Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) tend to require healthcare services more frequently than their neurotypical peers. With the increasing prevalence and high rates of medical comorbidities, it has become increasingly important for healthcare providers and care systems to meet the healthcare requirements of children with ASD. This study aims to examine the hospital experiences of mothers raising children with ASD, their expectations from nurses, and their views on a hospital environment sensitive to differences.</div></div><div><h3>Material and methods</h3><div>A qualitative research framework was used in this study, drawing from phenomenology. The study population consisted of mothers with children aged 2–6 years with ASD in three different provinces across three geographical regions of Turkey. The study sample consisted of 30 mothers whose children had an autism diagnosis based on the DSM-V criteria and met the inclusion requirements.</div></div><div><h3>Results</h3><div>After analyzing the obtained data during the interviews, three themes and 36 codes were identified. The themes are as follows: Evaluations of Autism Spectrum Disorder, Evaluations of Nursing Care, and Recommendations.</div></div><div><h3>Conclusion</h3><div>Given the high prevalence of ASD and the documented challenges that children with ASD encounter in accessing healthcare services, this research aims to enhance the quality of hospital care for children with ASD, offering valuable insights.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":55466,"journal":{"name":"Archives of Psychiatric Nursing","volume":"57 ","pages":"Article 151912"},"PeriodicalIF":2.2,"publicationDate":"2025-06-24","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144469916","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}
Dilan Altınmakas , Hasan Demirci , Efruz Pirdoğan Aydın , Aynur Feyzioğlu
{"title":"Examination of the relationship between internalized stigma and coping strategies in patients with trichotillomania","authors":"Dilan Altınmakas , Hasan Demirci , Efruz Pirdoğan Aydın , Aynur Feyzioğlu","doi":"10.1016/j.apnu.2025.151925","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.apnu.2025.151925","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Background</h3><div>This study aimed to examine the relationship between internalized stigma and coping strategies in patients with trichotillomania (TTM).</div></div><div><h3>Method</h3><div>The study included 34 patients with TTM and 34 healthy controls. The Sociodemographic Data Form, Beck Depression Inventory (BDI), and the Revised Coping Orientations to Problems Experienced (R-COPE) were administered to the TTM and control groups. In addition, the Massachusetts General Hospital Hair Pulling Scale (MGH-HPS) and the Internalized Stigma of Mental Illness Scale (ISMI) were administered to the TTM group.</div></div><div><h3>Results</h3><div>The scores of patients with TTM from the R-COPE self-help subscale were significantly lower than those of the control group, and the scores of the R-COPE avoidance and self-punishment subscales were significantly higher. A negative relationship was found between the R-COPE accommodation scores of patients with TTM and ISMI-discrimination experience scores. A positive relationship was found between R-COPE avoidance and ISMI-total scores, stereotype endorsement, and discrimination experience subscale scores. A positive relationship was found between the R-COPE self-punishment score and ISMI-total score, alienation, and social withdrawal scores.</div></div><div><h3>Conclusion</h3><div>It was observed that the TTM group used maladaptive coping strategies more in the face of stressors than the control group and that they resorted to maladaptive coping attitudes more as their internalized stigma levels increased. These results show that more attention should be paid to the thoughts and coping attitudes of people with TTM regarding their disorder.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":55466,"journal":{"name":"Archives of Psychiatric Nursing","volume":"57 ","pages":"Article 151925"},"PeriodicalIF":2.2,"publicationDate":"2025-06-23","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144489691","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}
Mumin Savaş , Ayla Tuzcu Ince , Irem Huri Karabiyik , Omer Odek
{"title":"Correlation between digital literacy, digital game addiction, and healthy lifestyle beliefs in adolescents: Structural equation model analysis","authors":"Mumin Savaş , Ayla Tuzcu Ince , Irem Huri Karabiyik , Omer Odek","doi":"10.1016/j.apnu.2025.151921","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.apnu.2025.151921","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Background</h3><div>With the development of technology, digital game addiction has become a significant public health problem. With the increase in digital game addiction (DGA), there have been changes in healthy lifestyle habits (HLB). Digital literacy (DL) plays an important role in creating a routine for adolescents using digital technologies. This study aimed to evaluate the correlation between DL, DGA, and HLB of adolescent students.</div></div><div><h3>Methods</h3><div>A descriptive cross-sectional study. This study was conducted with 938 secondary school students in three schools in one of the largest cities in Turkiye between May and June 2024. The study data were collected using a descriptive characteristics form, the DGA Scale for Children, the DL scale, and the HLB Scale for Adolescents.</div></div><div><h3>Results</h3><div>The mean scores of the DGA, HLB, and DL scales were found to be 15.60 ± 5.32, 59.81 ± 11.71, and 72.36 ± 14.49, respectively. Higher DL of the adolescents positively affected their DGA and the HLB. On the other hand, higher DGA of the adolescents caused a negative effect on their HLB.</div></div><div><h3>Conclusions</h3><div>Promoting non-digital gaming activities and social responsibility projects in schools can support adolescents to adopt a healthier lifestyle by improving their time management skills. Furthermore, it is of great importance to raise awareness among parents about DL. School health and psychiatric nurses can direct adolescents to alternative sports and non-game activities state to minimize technology addiction.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":55466,"journal":{"name":"Archives of Psychiatric Nursing","volume":"57 ","pages":"Article 151921"},"PeriodicalIF":2.2,"publicationDate":"2025-06-20","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144480513","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":"Posttraumatic embitterment and suicidality among unemployed adults in Korea: Buffering effects of self-compassion","authors":"Danbi Oh , Young-Eun Jung , Hyunjoo Na","doi":"10.1016/j.apnu.2025.151923","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.apnu.2025.151923","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>The significant increase in unemployment during the global pandemic led to heightened psychological distress among those who lost their jobs, underscoring the need to assess mental health in this population. This study employed secondary data analysis to identify levels of posttraumatic embitterment and suicidality among unemployed adults in Korea, examine their sociodemographic differences, and determine the buffering effects of self-compassion on the posttraumatic embitterment-suicidality relationship during the COVID-19 pandemic. The subjects were 624 unemployed adults in a region in South Korea. Self-report scales were used to measure posttraumatic embitterment, suicidality, and self-compassion. The data collected were analyzed with SPSS 27.0, and PROCESS macro Model 1 analysis was conducted to determine the moderating effect of self-compassion on the relationship between posttraumatic embitterment and suicidality. The study found that young adults and women exhibited higher levels of posttraumatic embitterment than older adults and men, with long-term unemployment further increasing both embitterment and suicidality. Self-compassion moderated the impact of posttraumatic embitterment on suicidality, suggesting that increased self-compassion buffers this effect. This study emphasizes the importance of proactive prevention strategies targeting high-risk groups, such as women, young adults, and the long-term unemployed. Additionally, the findings suggest that mental health providers should develop vocational and self-compassion-focused interventions tailored to high-risk unemployed individuals, particularly young adults, to enhance resilience and support suicide prevention efforts.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":55466,"journal":{"name":"Archives of Psychiatric Nursing","volume":"57 ","pages":"Article 151923"},"PeriodicalIF":2.2,"publicationDate":"2025-06-19","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144330994","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}