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Mental well-being in residents of monolingual and multilingual regions of Russia
Authors: Shilko R. , Shaigerova L. , Almazova O. , Dolgikh A. , Vakhantseva O. 
Published: September 2022

IntroductionDespite numerous studies of the mental health and well-being of the population depending on various factors, insufficient attention is paid to the research of the relationship between well-being and mono- and multilingual regional specifics in multilingual and multicultural Russia.ObjectivesThis study aims to identify a possible relationship between mental well-being in some regions of the Russian Federation and monolingualism and multilingualism inherent in these regions.MethodsThe study involved 966 participants (29.5% men and 70.5% women) aged 11 to 80 years (M=24.8; SD=12.19) from six regions of the Russian Federation: Crimea, Adygea, Bashkortostan, Sakha, Tatarstan and Kabardino-Balkarian region. The mental well-being of participants was assessed using the Warwick-Edinburgh Mental Well-being Scale (Tennant et al., 2006; Tennant et al., 2007).ResultsThe measures of mental well-being were compared among residents from the regions as following categories: native Russian language speakers in monolingual regions (144 participants); native Russian language speakers in multilingual regions (193 participants); native national language speakers in multilingual regions (325 participants); native Russian and national languages speakers in multilingual regions (304 participants). Using one-way analysis of variance (ANOVA), it was found that there were no significant differences in the assessments of mental well-being (F = 0.852; p = 0.521) among residents from the above categories.ConclusionsResidents who are native speakers in Russian and national languages and are living in Russia’s regions with monolinguism and multilinguism demonstrate no difference in mental well-being measures. The reported study was funded by the RFBR, project number 17-29-09167.DisclosureNo significant relationships.
Effects of Human Rights Sensitivity of case managers on the working relationships with people suffering from mental illness mediated by empathy
Authors: Seo M. , Kim Y.R. 
Published: September 2022

IntroductionIt is critical to provide not only mental health services but also welfare services that meet the socioeconomic needs of people suffering from mental illnesses in order for them to recover. Case managers in the public sector who provide socioeconomic support to the low-income class, in particular, play critical roles in early detection of untreated mentally ill people, linking them to the mental health system, and providing various supports for their community integration. Positive working relationships are required to fulfill these roles.ObjectivesThis study aims to analyze the effects of human rights sensitivity of case managers on the working relationships with the persons with mental illness mediated by empathy.MethodsWe evaluated overall human rights sensitivity, level of empathy(cognitive, affective, behavioral aspects) and working relationships with the mentally ill of 291 public sector case managers(Mean age = 40.52, SD=7.96, female 78.2%, male 21.8%).ResultsIn research model analysis, the goodness-of-fit was evaluated to verify the effect of overall human rights sensitivity on the working relationships with the persons with mental illness mediated by empathy. Most of indices showed sufficient goodness-of-fit. In other words, the higher overall human rights sensitivity is, the higher the level of empathy is, and this has a positive effect on the working relationships with persons with mental illness.ConclusionsTo form positive working relationships with people suffering from mental illnesses, public sector case managers must be educated to increase their empathy by improving their overall human rights sensitivity.DisclosureNo significant relationships.
Anxiety and depression among victims of work-related upper extremity injuries
Authors: Haddar A. , Sellami I. , Hrairi A. , Rmadi N. , Masmoudi R. , Hammami K. , Masmoudi J. , Masmoudi M.L. , Hajjaji M. 
Published: September 2022

IntroductionBeing a victim of work-related upper extremity injuries is a source of physical damage and mental damages. Psychological distress related to this type of accident is usually underestimated.ObjectivesEvaluate anxiety and depression among victims of work-related upper extremity injuries.MethodsWe conducted a 10-month cross-sectional analysis on workers consulting for an Impairment Rating Evaluation after an upper extremity injury due to an occupational accident. We collected socio-professional data, characteristics and outcomes of the accident. Anxiety and depression were evaluated by the Hospital Anxiety and Depression scale. The pain was evaluated by a Visual Analogue Scale.ResultsOur population consisted of 90 cases of work-related upper-extremity injuries. The mean age was 43.10 and the sex ratio 3.7. The most represented category was blue-collar workers (71.1%). Medical history of chronic diseases was reported in 23% of cases and 3.3 % had mental health antecedent. Dominant upper limb injuries were found in 62% of cases. Hand and wrist injuries were the most affected part (63%), and 33.3% had fingers’ injuries. The prevalence of anxiety and depression were 31.1% and 20% respectively. About thirty-one per cent rated their current pain greater than or equal to 8. Both anxiety and depression were positively correlated with male gender (p= 0.001, p=0.007) and shoulder injuries (p=0.001, p=0.018). Depression was correlated to fingers’ injuries and pain (p=0.002).ConclusionsThe studied population present an important rate of anxiety and depression. Assessing Mental health after upper extremities injuries are necessary to prevent serious mental illness and to promote a successful return to work.DisclosureNo significant relationships.
The elephant in the room: the stressful psychological effects of COVID-19 pandemic in mental healthcare workers
Authors: Minelli A. , Barlati S. , Vezzoli M. , Carletto S. , Isabello C. , Vita A. 
Published: September 2022

IntroductionDespite the large amount of research concerning the impact of COVID-19 on health care workers, to date few targeted MHWs. Moreover, none has investigated the vulnerability due to exposure to previous traumatic events among health care workers.ObjectivesThis study aimed to investigate the psychological distress in MHWs after the first lockdown imposed by the COVID-19 pandemic in the more impacted regions of the North of Italy, to understand which COVID-19, sociodemographic and professional variables as well as previous stressful life experiences, could have had greater negative effects.MethodsThe online survey occurred from 28-June to 10-August 2020. This included questions regarding sociodemographic factors, professional information, COVID-19 exposure. Moreover, three validated self-report questionnaires were administered: Life Events Checklist for DSM-5 (LEC-5), Impact of Event Scale-Revised (IES-R), Depression Anxiety Stress Scales-21 (DASS-21).Results271 MHWs completed the survey. At least 20% had elevated levels of psychological distress with post-traumatic symptoms. Stratifying for professional roles, the nurses resulted the most affected, with significantly higher scores in terms of intrusive thoughts, hyperarousal and avoidance behaviors. Several variables affected psychological distress in MHWs, but stronger effects were done by age, professional roles, increased workload and worst working environment during COVID-19 pandemic, to had experienced the separation of family members, but also had experienced during their life of a severe human suffering (physical and/or psychological) on oneself or on a loved one.ConclusionsOur data underlying the importance of recent but also previous severe stressful events as risk factors to develop post-traumatic symptoms reducing the resilience of the subjects investigated.DisclosureNo significant relationships.
Assessment of anxiety related to Covid-19 in the elderly in Tunisia
Authors: Moalla M. , Lansari R. , Saida R. , Bergaoui E. , Larnaout A. , Melki W. 
Published: September 2022

IntroductionThe COVID-19 pandemic has several risks particularly in the elderly, such a high death rate and severe forms.The risk also involves significant psychological distress especially anxiety.ObjectivesAssessment of anxiety symptoms due to COVID 19 in elderly subjects in Tunisia.MethodsA cross-sectional descriptive study on a sample of 50 people aged between 65 and over. Data was collected using a questionnaire and a COVID Anxiety Rating Scale “Fear of COVID-19 Scale”.ResultsWe found that most subjects agreed or strongly agreed that they were afraid of Corona and that 54% agreed or strongly agreed that they felt uncomfortable thinking about the Corona. Physical symptoms like having sweaty hands, or having palpitations related to the fear of having the disease were reported by 24% of the subjects. Almost half of the respondents (46%) were afraid of losing their lives due to Corona. Most subjects (66%) reported that they became nervous or anxious when viewing information posted on social media on Corona. Insomnia related to worries about having COVID was reported in 12% of subjects. We were able to retain that most of the subjects (68%) had a mild level of anxiety and that 30% of the subjects had a moderate level. No subject had severe anxiety.ConclusionsLow to moderate level of fear due to the COVID 19 pandemic was observed among Tunisian elderly according to this study. This leads us to conclude that assessment of anxiety particularly in seniors should be more systematic.DisclosureNo significant relationships.
Factors associated with an increase in alcohol consumption among users of online social networks in Russia in the early months of the COVID-19 pandemic
Authors: Gil A. 
Published: September 2022

IntroductionThe various restrictions and physical distancing introduced inRussia in early months of COVID-19pandemic could have a particular impact on people who use alcohol and create new needs for prevention and treatment of associated disorders.ObjectivesThe study was aimed at assessing changes in alcohol consumption among users of online social networks in Russia.MethodsDuring June-September 2020,1518 adult users (18+) of the most popular social networks in Russia (Odnoklassniki, VKontakte,Facebook, Twitter), completed an anonymous online survey regarding alcohol use changes in the first months of COVID-19 pandemic. Binary logistic regression was used to estimate associations of increased alcohol consumption with socio-demographic and pandemic-related factors.Results35.4%of men and 25.6%of women increased their frequency of drinking; 24.9%of men and 17.7%of women increased their typical one-time volume of alcohol consumption,and 28.5% of men and 27.9% of women increased frequency of heavy episodic drinking in the early months of pandemic. After mutual adjustment of independent variables,age18-29 years(OR=1.710;95%CI 1.002-2.917), very strong restrictions of everyday life(3.127; 1.011-9.675)and severe negative consequences in relation to professional or financial situation due to spread ofSARS-CoV-2 (2.247; 1.131-4.465) were positively associated with increase in frequency of drinking. The odds of increase in frequency of heavy episodic drinking were more than twice higher(2.329; 1.001-5.428) among those who experienced severe negative consequences to their professional/financial situation.Higher typical frequency,larger one-time volume of alcohol use,and higher frequency of heavy episodic drinking before pandemic were positively associated with increase of alcohol consumption in early months of pandemic.ConclusionsTimely monitoring of changes in alcohol consumption during pandemic can allow prevention of alcohol-related disorders, including mental disorders, among users of online social networks.DisclosureNo significant relationships.
COVID-19: first and second wave impact on outpatient service users of FACT or autism teams in the Netherlands
Authors: Castelein S. , Van Balkom I.D.C. , Bruins J. 
Published: September 2022

IntroductionMost research on COVID-19 effects has focused on the general population. Here we measure its impact on Dutch FACT and autism outpatient service users during both waves.ObjectivesThis study aimed to: 1) investigate participants’ mental health, 2) assess experiences with outpatient services, and 3) assess respondents’ experiences with governmental measures in the Netherlands during the first and second wave of COVID-19.MethodsRespondents (wave 1: n=100; wave 2: n=150) reported on mental health, experiences with outpatient care, government measures and information services in an online survey.ResultsFindings demonstrate happiness was rated an average of 6 out of 10, 70% of respondents scored below average on resilience, positive consequences for mental health (ordered world, reflection time) during both waves were similar, and prominent negative consequences included decreased social interactions and increased or new problems regarding mental health and daily functioning from wave 1-2. Lifestyle changed in 50% in both waves, although only slightly attributed to the pandemic. Substance use during both waves hardly changed. Mental healthcare continuation was highly appreciated in both waves (75-80% scored ≥7 on 10-point scale). (Video)calling was the most frequently mentioned positive care experience; missing face-to-face contact with care providers considered most negative. COVID-19 measures were less doable in the second wave. Vaccination willingness approximated 70%.ConclusionsResults show a nuanced, but clear picture of experiences during both waves. Continuation of services through tele-health was well-received. Monitoring of long-term impact is needed.DisclosureNo significant relationships.
Depressive symptoms and health-related quality of life in critical COVID-19 survivors: Preliminary results of 1-year follow-up
Authors: Martins S. , Fontes L. , Ferreira A.R. , Fernandes J. , Vieira T. , Reis N. , Braga A. , Coimbra I. , Paiva J.A. , Fernandes L. 
Published: September 2022

IntroductionA higher risk of mental health consequences in critical COVID-19 patients is expected due to several reasons, including prolonged mechanical ventilation with exposure to high sedation. In this context, post-discharge depression has been reported in previous COVID-19 studies, with a profound impact on patients’ health-related quality of life (HRQoL).ObjectivesTo identify depressive symptoms in COVID-19 survivors 1-year after hospital discharge and to analyse its association with HRQoL.MethodsAs part of the longitudinal MAPA project, this study enrolled critical COVID-19 patients admitted in the Intensive Care Medicine Department of a University Hospital (March-May 2020). Participants were assessed through telephone by an intensive care nurse and a psychologist, with the Patient Health Questionnaire (PHQ-9) (depressive symptoms), EuroQol five-dimension five-level questionnaire (EQ-5D-5L) and EQ-Visual Analogue Scale (EQ-VAS) (global health status patient record).ResultsA sample of 55 survivors (median age=66 years; 69% males) were included, with 20% showing depressive symptoms. Pain/discomfort (67%) and anxiety/depression (67%) were the most EQ-5D-5L domains reported. Survivors scoring for depression had more problems in all HRQoL areas (mobility:91%vs.48%, p=0.015; self-care:64%vs.27%, p=0.035; usual activities:91%vs.50%, p=0.017; pain/discomfort:100%vs.59%, p=0.010; anxiety/depression:100%vs.59%, p=0.010). Moreover, they had a lower EQ-VAS median, corresponding a worse self-perception of health status (50vs.80, p=0.010).ConclusionsEven after 1-year, a significant proportion of survivors presented depressive symptoms with repercussions in all HRQoL dimensions and association with worse self-perception of global quality of life. Taking this in mind, early screening and treatment of depression in COVID-19 survivors will be crucial, minimizing its impact on quality of life.DisclosureNo significant relationships.
Psychosis: Risk Factors and Prognosis
Authors: Fernández Lozano M. , Santos Carrasco I. , Rodríguez Rodríguez B. , Navarro Barriga N. , Mateos Sexmero M.J. , Jiménez Aparicio T. , De Andrés Lobo C. , Vallecillo Adame C. , Queipo De Llano De La Viuda M. , Guerra Valera G. , Gonzaga Ramírez A. , Gonçalves Cerejeira J. , Segurado Martín O. 
Published: September 2022

IntroductionThere are life events that may increase the possibilities of suffering some kind of Psychopathology. The most validated model for understanding the aetiology of psychosis is based on genetic and environmental risk factors and their interaction, likely involving epigenetic mechanisms. It is necessary to consider those events as risk factors for Mental Health.ObjectivesStudy of risk and prognostic factors in psychosis.MethodsReview of scientific literature based on a relevant clinical case.ResultsWe present the case of a 28-year-old male patient from Peru, currently living in Germany. History of sexual abuse in childhood. He started taking drugs at the age of 8. In the emergency department, he reports that since the beginning of the pandemic, after listening to a speech by the Pope, he begins to interpret signals about situations occurring around him. He begins to read about mystical-religious subjects, changes the style of music he listens to and recognises changes in his personality. He says for months he has been feeling watched, persecuted and expresed someone wants to kill him. He says hears voices and that they communicate with him through bodily sensations.ConclusionsChildhood trauma, immigration and cannabis use are significantly associated with an increased risk of functional psychosis. A neurotic personality also independently contributes to this risk. The accumulation of these factors increases vulnerability to mental disorders and leads to a worse prognosis and evolution of these pathologies. These findings could help to improve the prevention of psychosis and the development of specific treatment strategies in this particular population.DisclosureNo significant relationships.
Cognitive Impairment and the correlation with genetic Expression of GAD67, Gad65 and GABA beta2 Using Human Induced Pluripotent Stem Cells
Authors: Khalifa D. , Gabr H. , Fathy H. , Abdou H. , Batrawy M. 
Published: September 2022

IntroductionAlteration of GABergic neurotransmission is accused to be sharing in the cognitive impairment in schizophrenia. Exploring the relation between the neuronal expression of GABergic genes and cognitive impairment in living patients through modeling of schizophrenia is an important step to know more about the core of the pathophysiology of this disorderObjectivesAltered genetic expression of GAD 67 may have an important role in the pathophysiology of cognitive impairment in schizophreniaMethods. Reprogramming of human fibroblasts into human induced pluripotent stem cells (hIPSc) then neuronal differentiation was performed in 20 patients presenting with schizophrenia and 20 matched controls. Real time Polymerase chain reaction was done for measurement of genetic expression of GAD 65, GAD 67 and GABA beta 2. The Digit Symbol task, block design, block design task and similarities tasks from the Wechsler Adult Intelligence Scale., Trail A and Trail B making tests in addition to Rey-Osterrieth Complex Figure Test (ROCF) were applied to measure cognitive functions .ResultsThere were lower means of GAD65, GAD67 and GABA beta2genetic expression in the patients group with significant statistical difference between the 2 groups. The down regulation of GAD 67 in patients presenting with schizophrenia is positively correlated with impairment in executive functions.ConclusionsGAD 67 gene expression had the most significant correlations with the cognitive assessment in both patients and controls. The presence of those statistically significant correlations in both groups points to the possible role of GAD 67 gene functioning in the pathophysiology of cognitive impairment in schizophreniaDisclosureNo significant relationships.
Different trajectories of the first-episode psychosis remission in young adults
Authors: Kaleda V. , Tikhonov D. 
Published: September 2022

IntroductionAnalysis of the first-episode psychosis remission, including post-psychotic affective and primary negative symptoms as well as personality changes, is necessary to personalize therapy and rehabilitation.ObjectivesWe aimed to identify different trajectories of psychosis remission in young adults.MethodsFirst-episode psychosis patients (n=56, mean age 19.8±2.5 years, all males) underwent psychopathological assessment at the stage of remission.ResultsThree trajectories of remission were identified. The thymopathic trajectory (33.93%, 19 patients) was characterized by the gradual increase of subclinical affective symptoms and resulted with a high-quality remission. In 63.61% cases in this group persistent depressed mood was present after a psychotic episode. Some patients (36.84%) became prone to depressive reactions. The pathocharacterological trajectory (39.28%, 22 patients) was characterised by personality changes with increase of existing traits or the development of traits previously not present. Types with an increase of schizoid (14.29%), histrionic (19.64%), and anxiety-hypochondriacal (5.36%) traits were identified. Patients in this group had high- as well as low-quality remission. The destructive trajectory (26.79%, 15 patients) was characterised by residual positive or single negative symptoms. Patients in this subgroup had low-quality remission with poor functioning and signs of treatment resistance.ConclusionsAnalysis of trajectories of the first-episode psychosis remission allowed us to choose the most effective strategy for personalized supportive treatment.DisclosureNo significant relationships.
Evaluation of the Correlation between Gaze Avoidance and Schizophrenia Psychopathology with Deep Learning-based Emotional Recognition
Authors: Choi H.S. , Jung D.-U. , Jeon D.-W. , Kim S.-J. , Moon J.-J. 
Published: September 2022

IntroductionDirect gaze is the most important mediator of social interaction and communication. Existing studies have evaluated eye movements of patients with schizophrenia by presenting stimuli using photographs or pre-recorded videos, but few directly investigated gaze avoidance in real-world situations.ObjectivesTo investigate the correlation between gaze avoidance and psychopathology in patients with schizophrenia through eye movement measurements in real-life interpersonal situations.MethodsWe enrolled 52 clinically stable patients with schizophrenia. Psychopathology was evaluated using the Positive and Negative Syndrome Scale (PANSS), Hamilton Depression Rating Scale, and Hamilton Anxiety Rating Scale. After presenting a visual stimulus, eye movements were measured with Tobii Pro Wearable Glasses 2, and deep learning-based emotional recognition using the residual masking network was used for neutral stimulus verification. Statistical analyses were performed using Pearson’s correlation and regression analyses.ResultsData of 45 participants with verified stimulus neutrality by deep learning image recognition were used for analysis. The first dwelling time was negatively correlated with the PANSS positive syndrome subscale (p=0.028), general psychopathology subscale (p=0.008), total score (p=0.008), 5-factor positive symptoms (p=0.035), and 5-factor depression/anxiety symptoms (p=0.008). The baseline-area of interest (AOI) pupil diameter change was positively correlated with PANSS 5-factor positive symptom scores (p=0.039). After adjusting for additional variables, the same items had a significant effect on the first dwelling time and baseline-AOI pupil diameter change.ConclusionsPsychopathology, particularly positive symptoms, was associated with gaze avoidance and pupil diameter in patients with schizophrenia. Evaluating the characteristics of eye movements in patients with schizophrenia will enable better understanding of their symptoms.DisclosureNo significant relationships.