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P02-184 - The European Federation of Psychiatric Trainees’ Psychiatric Resident - Industry Relationship Survey (EFPT-PRIRS)
Authors: Riese F. , Jauhar S. , Guloksuz S. , Andlauer O. , Lydall G. , Gama Marques J. , Van Zanten J. , Bendix M. , Giacco D. , Gerber S. , Mendonca L. , Nawka A. , De Vriendt N. , Nazaraliev A. , Psaras R. , Nwachukw I. , Roventa C. , Atay O. , Coccia F. , Barry H. , Nikitopoulos J. , Rusaka M. , Kudinova M. , Mitkovic M. , Ostrovschi N. , Sos P. , Wuyts P. , Rakos I. , Volpe U. ,   European Federation of Psychiatric Trainees (EFPT) Research Group
Published: June 2010

IntroductionThere is growing concern about the influence of the pharmaceutical industry on psychiatric teaching and psychiatric professionalism as a whole. As a consequence, several national and international medical and psychiatric associations have issued guidelines to regulate the interactions between physicians and industry.ObjectivesThe EFPT-PRIRS study aims to provide the lacking data on the extent and nature of these interactions among psychiatric trainees across Europe.MethodsStudy objectives were determined by the EFPT research group (EFPT-RG), after discussion with national and international experts. A survey was then devised compiling previously published questionnaires extending them by questions with specific relevance to psychiatric trainees. The resulting questionnaire was piloted amongst members of the EFPT-RG, modified accordingly and subsequently distributed to the national study coordinators. All 24 EFPT member countries were invited to participate in the study and data collection is currently ongoing.Preliminary resultsPreliminary analysis reveals the vast differences in industry - trainee relationships across European countries as well as major differences in personal attitudes towards these interactions.EFPT-PRIRS will potentially have an impact on the regulation of the interactions between the pharmaceutical industry and psychiatric trainees.
P02-199 - Training Medical Students in Psychiatry: an Undergraduate Perspective
Authors: Davis A. , Gilhooley M. , Agius M. 
Published: June 2010

BackgroundMedical education in the UK has undergone dramatic change in recent years with both content and methodology being reviewed, assessed and updated in an iterative revolution. The aim has been to provide graduates with an educational experience more relevant to clinical practice.AimsTo present the reflections and experiences of some students learning through these new educational approaches.ObjectivesThe effects of these changes are felt keenly by students. Here, in comparison with the views of senior collogues, two medical students nearing the end of their training reflect upon their own experiences.They present a brief explaination of the structure of medical and psychiatric training in the UK followed by an exploration of one individual medical school's course.MethodsThe course structure will be detailed with reference to the guidance document “Tommorrow's Doctors” and to the school's own literature.Medical students were consulted and an amalgamated “week in the life” based on their experiences produced.ResultsThe integration of psychiatric education throughout preclinical and clinical courses, coupled with individual attention and encouragement in gaining useful transferable skills, were seen as most useful.ConclusionReforms have been successful and show that the delivery of both a basis in psychiatry and additional transferable skills (such as audit, research and publication) is best achieved by individual mentorship from an experienced clinican.A continued reflection on how current practices may be modified to improve student experience is essential, but should also seek ways (such as more indivdualised attention) to improve recruitment and retention.
P02-202 - Using Working-Occupational Rehab Method When Working with Psychiatric Patients
Authors: Matkovic N. , Perisic R. 
Published: June 2010

There has been an organized plan, wich helps to developthe rehab methods. Rehab, viewed as a group of measures and acts has it goals. It is to help individuals to function using the maximum of their capabilities and potentials left.The plan methods are:-stimulations-reeducations-compensations-neuropsychological rehabThe model has been applied to 50 patients, of bouth sexes. They were all diagnosed with schizophrenia. Behaviour evaluation scale was used during the first four weeks of the working-occupational treatment.A good rehab model can decrease the negative symptoms (reducing of anxiety, reducing inferiority, bringing the confidence back). At the same time it can improve the quality of the patients life.
P02-211 - A Prospective Comparison Study to Investigate Protected Engagement Time on Acute Mental Health Inpatient Wards in England
Authors: Nolan F. , Johnson S. , Lloyd-Evans B. 
Published: June 2010

AimThis presentation will describe a prospective study, due to commence in March 2010, to evaluate the use of Protected Engagement Time in adult acute inpatient wards in three mental health trusts in England.BackgroundPatients on acute psychiatric wards in the UK have recurrently reported that they are unhappy with the ward environment, that they are bored and have little to do, that wards are intimidating, and above all, that contact between staff and patients is often identified as too limited in both quantity and quality, and as lacking therapeutic content.Protected Engagement Time (PET) has emerged as a promising initiative for improving quantity and usefulness of staff-patient contact. During fixed periods of the day, staff are asked to focus solely on patient contact, and are relieved of their administrative duties. However, we do not have any evidence about whether it works or how it should be implemented to achieve the best results.This study aims to address this lack of evidence and will have three components:a)A national survey investigating how widespread PET now is in Englandb)Evaluation of the effects of PET on patients and staff by comparing 12 wards with PET and 12 wards without, by investigating staff-patient interactions, patient satisfaction, staff burnout and perceptions of the ward environment.c)In-depth qualitative case studies on three wards with PET.The objectives for each component and the measures used will be described in detail in the presentation, in addition to an update of study progress.
P02-212 - Authorship, Gender and Geography: the Imbalance in British Psychiatric Journals
Authors: Ochuko-Emore M. , Beezhold J. , Morakinyo J. 
Published: June 2010

ObjectivesTo determine female authorship of original articles, editorials and the geographical region of female first authors in selected British Psychiatric journals.MethodThe gender of the first author of original articles and editorials published between January 1997 and December 2008 in British Journal of Psychiatry and Psychiatric Bulletin was determined. Editorials from Advances in Psychiatric Treatment and the geographical region of the female first authors of original articles were also included in the study.ResultsThe gender was determined for 99.2% of the 2324 first authors of original articles and 100% of the editorials. The percentage of original articles by female first authors fluctuated over the study period, ranging from 22.5% to 42.1% with an average of 33.6% in British Journal of Psychiatry and a range of 25.5% to 45% with an average of 37.6% in Psychiatric Bulletin. There was a gross under-representation of females as first authors of editorials. Female first authors of original articles from low- and middle income countries range from 0.3% to 3.4% in both British Psychiatric literatures.ConclusionsThere is an increasing trend in female first authorship of original articles. However, female remain under-represented especially in editorials, in the British psychiatric journals examined. Female first authors from low and middle income countries are disproportionately low.
P02-214 - Sensponding Assemblies as a Tool to Stimulate the Senses and Affect the Emotions of an Individual
Authors: Oungrinis K.-A. , Liapi M. , Linaraki D. , Voradaki G. 
Published: June 2010

ObjectivesOur project describes a methodology for creating personalized spatial elements within people's immediate surrounding environment that are able to ‘sense’ the hormonal and thus the emotional changes of a human organism and ‘respond’ in such a way so as to help the individual to either overcome ‘negative’ emotions and feel comfortable or to express ‘positive’ emotions and become more sociable.MethodsThe first path of the methodology examines the ways in which one can pinpoint the chemical imprint of feelings in terms of calculating the quantity of mood-affecting hormones in the blood. The second path employs micro sensponding (sense-and-respond) assemblies that monitor bio-indicators and control an exogenous spatial system that will respond accordingly to help the brain react. The third path examines the symbolisms of aesthetics and the social implications of this project.ResultsThe exogenous spatial system can either be portable and have direct contact with the body, like a piece of smart fabric formed in a type of suit or it can be placed within the immediate living environment, like a type of meditation room. In both ways, the spatial system has a plethora of reactions to work towards the emergence of desired emotional states, all resulting by affecting one or a combination of the human senses (sound therapy, color therapy, aromatherapy and so on).ConclusionsSpace is no longer conceived as a static protecting element but it is augmenting its use through technology to affect human emotions.
P02-219 - A Study Gauging Perceived Social Support and Loneliness with Life Satisfaction Among Students of Golestan University of Medical Sciences
Authors: Shahini N. 
Published: June 2010

IntroductionSocial humans are embedded with a variety of relationships. Satisfactory social support is crucial for having physical and psychological well being.AimThe purpose of the present study was to find empirical support for the connections between perceived social support and loneliness with life satisfaction.Material & methods226 students of Golestan University of Medical Sciences participated in the study. They were assessed using demographic questions, Multidimensional scale of Perceived Social Support, Life Satisfaction Scale, and Loneliness Scale. Using SPSS (16) and Pearson correlation test, linear regression the data were analyzed.Findings122 male and 104 female students filled the questionnaires. 91 percents of the students were single and also 95 percents were residents of university dormitories. There was a significant relationship between life satisfaction with loneliness in the subjects (p< 0.05). The higher social support from the family and friends was also correlated with more life satisfaction and less loneliness (p< 0.05). Linear regression showed a significant correlation among social support, life satisfaction with loneliness.ConclusionFindings suggest, appropriate social support can reduce loneliness and increase life satisfaction. It is also one of the well being predictors. Therefore the universities should provide strategies to facilitate social support from family and the significant others. The empowerment of the students using teaching social communication skills may be helpful as well. The results were discussed within the context of findings from the studies conducted in eastern and western cultures.
P02-223 - Dimensions of Psychopathology Among Video Game Players
Authors: Starcevic V. , Berle D. , Porter G. , Sammut P. 
Published: June 2010

ObjectiveTo examine the associations between problem video game use and psychopathology.MethodsThe Video Game Use Questionnaire (VGUQ) and the Symptom Checklist 90 (SCL-90) were administered in an international anonymous online survey, open to everyone over 14 years of age with a good understanding of English. The VGUQ was used to identify problem video game users on the basis of provisional criteria, whereas SCL-90 was used to assess various dimensions of psychopathology.ResultsIn comparison with other video game players (n=1789), those with problem video game use (n=156) had significantly elevated scores on all subscales of the SCL-90. Participants with and without problem video game use had higher scores on measures of obsessive-compulsive tendencies, interpersonal sensitivity (social anxiety), and depression than on other SCL-90 subscales. When compared to the U.S. male nonpatients, a significantly greater proportion of all male adult video game players and male adolescent problem video game players scored in the “pathological” range on all dimensions of the psychopathology. Relative to the U.S. male adolescent nonpatients, a significantly greater proportion of male adolescents without problem video game use scored in the “pathological” range on the measures of depression, interpersonal sensitivity, and paranoid ideation.ConclusionsPeople with and without problem video game use may have similar patterns of associated psychopathology, but those with problem video game use exhibit more psychopathology. It is unclear to what extent these associations may be specific. Relative to other dimensions of psychopathology, anger and hostility are not particularly prominent in video game players.
P02-227 - The Practice of Electroconvulsive Therapy in a General Hospital in Singapore Over a One Year Period, 2008
Authors: Tay W.K. 
Published: June 2010

IntroductionAlthough ECT is used as a modality of treatment for psychiatric patients in Singapore, there is little research documenting its use and practice.Objectives/aimsTo examine the practice of ECT in a general hospital over a one year period.MethodAll patients who had ECT were identified retrospectively from our hospital records. The demographics and diagnoses of the patients, indications for ECT, numbers of ECT received and complications from ECT were obtained, recorded and analysed.Results23 inpatients were identified retrospectively from our hospital records. The majority of the patient were above 51 years old and 96% had major depression. 51% were not responding to medication, 23 % were suicidal and 3% had catatonia. The average number of ECT given is 5.4. 82% of patients had definite improvement after ECT. The common reported side effects were headaches, bodyaches and minor memory problems. 2% were moderately confused after the ECT.ConclusionECT is a safe, well-tolerated and effective form of treatment for major depression.
P02-229 - The Implementation of Management Through Processes in an Inpatient Psychiatric Medium-Stay Unit
Authors: Torreblanca M. , Euba O. , Zallo E. , Chicharro F. , López M. 
Published: June 2010

ObjectivesThe European Foundation for Quality Management (EFQM) Excellence Model is a non-prescriptive framework based on nine criteria. The aim of this work is to describe the implementation of the EFQM model as a quality framework for the improvement of an inpatient medium-stay psychiatric unit.MethodsIn 2005 a multidisciplinary performance improvement work group was convened to begin a project with these aims:-The definition of the unit's mission.-The identification of the unit's main processes.-The identification of performance and quality results.-The establishment of an audit period of clinical outcomes.-The creation of a protocol for admissions.ResultsBetween 2005 and 2008 the group designed the following:-A map showing the medium-stay unit process as well as the main processes.-The key performance indicators.-An ECT protocol.-The Quality Indicators.-A patient satisfaction survey.Every year we decide the objectives of each indicator and revise them every month. Efficiency in the use of resources improved, due to an increase in annual admissions (from 190 in 2005 to 213 in 2009) as well as a decrease in length of hospital stays (from 62 days in 2005 to 48 days in 2009).ConclusionsThe management through processes according to the EFQM model is an instrument for the improvement of the quality of assistance. This type of management allows for the definition of the unit's mission, the measure and analysis of results and for the establishment of areas of improvement.
P02-234 - A Descriptive Comparative Study of Pharmacological Versus Non-Pharmacological Intervention Initiation in a Tertiary Care General Hospital Psychiatry Unit in India
Authors: Verma R. , Agarwal S. , Kumar P. 
Published: June 2010

IntroductionIndia, with its rich and distinct socio-cultural heritage, bestow diverse impact over individual symptom complexes, coloring the picture and causing wide variation in presentation and prognosis of psychiatric illnesses. With the widespread use of atheoretical categorical diagnostic systems such as DSM-IV, ICD-10, etc. and success of psychopharmacological treatment approach, psychiatrists in developing and underdeveloped countries have tended to overlook the role of psycho-social and cultural factors and their interplay with neurobiological factors in governing illness patterns, and are reluctant initiators of non-pharmacological treatment measures.Objective/ aimsThe study aims to descriptively analyze and compare the use of pharmacological to non-pharmacological intervention initiation in outpatients in a general hospital setting.MethodThe study sample will comprise of consecutive patients referred to psychiatry outpatient department from February to July 2009. The socio-demographic and clinical profile will be analyzed using a semi-structured proforma and diagnosis will be made as per ICD-10-DCR. An analysis of pharmacological and non-pharmacological intervention initiation will be made and compared. Descriptive statistical analysis for continuous and categorical variables will be done as needed.Result/conclusionThe study is currently been undertaken and the results and conclusion will be presented at the conference.
P03-12 - Prevalence of the Metabolic Syndrome in Day Hospital Patients
Authors: Barreiro A. , Arnaiz A. , Arroita A. , Zumarraga M. 
Published: June 2010

IntroductionShizophrenia has traditionally been associated with higher rates of risk factors for cardiovascular disease and the metabolic syndrome, as a consequence of lifestyle habits, impaired access to health care and antipsychotic agents.ObjectiveTo determinate the prevalence of metabolic syndrome in patients with schizophrenia who are in Day Hospital regimen in Vizcaya area (Basque Country, Spain).MethodA cross-sectional study conducted from december 2008 to April 2009, in Zamudio and Barakaldo Day Hospitals (Vizcaya). Metabolic parameters were measured in 67 patients aged 20 to 65, with a diagnosis of schizophrenia. The definition of Metabolic Syndrome, as proposed by the International Diabetes Federation (IDF) was applied.ResultsThe analysis of 67 patients showed a prevalence of the metabolic syndrome of 41,79% at baseline.Obesity (49%), insuline resistance or diabetes (37,31%), and dislipemia (41,79%) can all contribute to the metabolic syndrome.ConclusionsCompared to the general population, our sample of patients with schizophrenia present higher rates of the metabolic syndrome. The psychiatrist should be responsible for the implementation of the necessary screening assessments and referral for treatment of any physical ilness.
P02-239 - A Review of 50 Borderline Personality Disorder Cases Recorded in 2009, in a Rural Indian District Clinic
Authors: Acharya A. 
Published: June 2010

IntroductionBordern line personality disorders are seldom diagnosed in a rural setting. But on a routine longnitudinel & through & trough follow up, BPD cases are distinctly identified if the clinician is vigilant & aware of BPD.ObjectivesPersonality disorder in general & BPD in particuler, have less chance of diagnostic evaluation on the first visit due to colouration of mini psychoepisodic type presentation, mainly Hypomaniac type, or a depressive colour, but with a distinct subjective distress, & sufferings of the peripherial family members of the society it is identifiable.AimsHere is presentation of 26 female & 24 males, 50 in total persons those were diagosed in this year uptosept09, & their profile analysis to review them in the back-ground of such cases in other urban settings, and to make the clinitian aware of the possibility of BPD, specialy in cases where therapy results for long time are not yielding satisfactory expected results.Methods50 BPD cases those were diagonosed as per criteria of DSM 4TR constiuting 26 females & 24 males with 20-38 years age, were recorded upto sept09 in a rural clinic of a District HQTRS 126 k.m away from state capital city were analysed with a view of their presenting styles & distress in himself aswell as to the family members. There is a dificulty in maintaining interpersonal relationship for sustained period & smoothly. Substance & alcohol abuse, reckless spending, polygamy, family discord & violence even leading to seperation/divorce, banckrupcy or joblessstate exists.There is a fanatic efford to avoid loneliness & strive for Identity.ConclusionBPD needs further evaluation.
P02-259 - Correlation of Sexuality and Personality: Parallel Assessment of Patients with QSAF- 2009 and MCMI-III
Authors: Pirkalani K. 
Published: June 2010

ObjectiveTo evaluate mutual interaction between sex and personality we tried to study 111 patients with QSAF 2009 and MCMI-III.MethodsHundred and eleven consecutive patients with sexual problems (76) or personality disorders (35) were examined with two tests. Only volunteer personality disorder patients were enrolled to this trial. The results were compared with 325 examinees evaluated with QSAF and 1600 patients evaluated with MCMI-III.ResultsAll patients with sexual problems showed at least two scores higher than 72 in their MCMI-III. This was more prominent in sexual deviations than dysfunctions. Homosexuals had higher scores in schizoid and schizotypal, pedophiles in schizoid and antisocial, voyeurs in schizoid and avoidant, masochists in dependent and self defeating personality scales…ConclusionWe conclude that many deviated persons remain clinically latent and show themselves as alien, aloof and eccentric. Almost all deviated persons show high scores in personality disorder scales. On the contrary, only a minority of personality disorder patients show prominent sexual problems in the form of deviation. They predominantly have disturbed sexual self image, show inhibited sexual desire problems (dependent, schizoid and avoidant) personality, dyspareunia and vaginism (avoidant and schizotypal personality), spouse abuse (borderline and antisocial personality) postcoital disorders (borderline, dependent and narcissistic personality) and extramarital relationship in a series of disorders including histrionic personality …. as studied by the QSAF 2009 which evaluates 64 sexual scales.