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Caregiver burden in mobile and non-mobile demented patients: a comparative study
- Authors:
- MIYAMOTO Yuki, et al
- Journal article citation:
- International Journal of Geriatric Psychiatry, 17(8), August 2002, pp.765-773.
- Publisher:
- Wiley
The purpose of this article is to identify the impact of behavior disturbances on subjective burden of caregivers in demented patients attending day care services. It was found that the caregivers of the mobile demented patients reported greater caregiver burden compared to those of the non-mobile demented patients. The frequency of behavior disturbance was significantly higher in the mobile patients than the non-mobile patients. For the mobile patient caregivers, wandering, interfering, aggression and repetition were the predictors of caregiver burden. For the non-mobile patient caregivers, repeating same questions and/or clinging was the only predictor of caregiver burden. The caregivers of the mobile demented patients reported higher burden due to the patients' behavior disturbance compared to those of the non-mobile patients. These findings indicate a need for further development of interventions to prevent behavior disturbances that are especially burdensome for caregivers.
Cognitive behavioural computer therapy for the anxiety disorders: a pilot study
- Authors:
- WHITE Jim, JONES Ray, McGARRY Eiledh
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Mental Health, 9(5), October 2000, pp.505-516.
- Publisher:
- Taylor and Francis
- Place of publication:
- London
As part of a wider attempt to improve treatment provision in primary care and to provide greater patient choice, a pilot study of a three session CD-ROM anxiety management programme was tested on carefully assessed and representative long-term sufferers of anxiety disorder living in an area of high social deprivation. The aim was to test whether a successful written package could be turned into an interactive computer package capable of providing a rapid, effective and inexpensive intervention to those patients who wish such an approach. Treatment outcome to 6-month follow-up suggests that this approach was effective and was welcomed by patients.
Identifying conduct problems in young children: developmental pathways and risk factors
- Authors:
- MORRISON Margaret, MacDONALD Grant, LeBLANC Terry
- Journal article citation:
- International Social Work, 43(3), October 2000, pp.467-480.
- Publisher:
- Sage
Conduct problems in young children, if not addressed, can develop into extremely serious and costly problems by the time adolescence is reached. The findings of this research project indicate that there are effective, affordable interventions for young children. Early identification and intervention are the keys to reducing the personal costs to troubled children and their families as well as the financial costs to health and social service systems.
Negative life events and adolescent suicidal behaviour: a critical analysis from the stress process perspective
- Authors:
- SANDIN Bonifacio, et al
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Adolescence, 21(4), August 1998, pp.415-426.
- Publisher:
- Academic Press
Examines empirical evidence concerning relationships between negative life events and adolescent suicidal behaviour. Separate critical analyses are made for suicidal ideation, suicide attempts and completed suicide, suggesting common and differential aspects. Although there is evidence supporting the hypothesis that life events may comprise a risk factor for adolescent suicidal behaviour, their contribution tends to be moderate or weak. A stress process model is presented as a possible alternative to better understanding the relationships between stress and suicide, and to provide a conceptual and heuristic framework for future research.
Severe stress and mental disturbance in children
- Editor:
- PFEFFER Cynthia R.
- Publisher:
- American Psychiatric Press
- Publication year:
- 1996
- Pagination:
- 697p.,bibliog.
- Place of publication:
- Washington, DC
Blends current research and clinical data on the effects of severe stress in children. Asks how major stressful events such as accidents, sexual abuse, violence, divorce, adoption, natural disasters, during the developmental stages relate to functioning in adulthood. Describes stressful situations such as accidents, suicide, and violent and sexual abuse. New areas of research, for example that of the stressful effects of sophisticated medical technology in the treatment of childhood life-threatening illnesses, are explored. Implicit in the emphasis on the book is the importance of integrating scientific inquiry with social policy planning.
The mental health children and parents in Northern Ireland: results of the Youth Wellbeing Prevalence Survey
- Authors:
- BUNTING Lisa, et al
- Publisher:
- Northern Ireland. Health and Social Care Board
- Publication year:
- 2020
- Pagination:
- 147
- Place of publication:
- Belfast
Findings from the Youth Wellbeing NI Survey, which provides estimates of rates of a range of mental health problems based on a representative sample of children and young people and their parents. This study provides data on more than 3,000 children and young people in Northern Ireland, and on more than 2,800 parents and caregivers. The report focuses on emotional and behavioural problems; oppositional defiant and conduct disorders; mood and anxiety disorders; stress related disorders; young people at risk of other mental health problems; behaviours and experiences; parental mental health; and predicting mental health problems. A significant proportion of children and young people in Northern Ireland experience mental health problems, including diagnosable mental health conditions. The data reveals that one in eight children and young people (12.6%) had an emotional disorder such as anxiety or depression. The most commonly reported traumas by adolescents were witnessing violence (17.0%), having a serious accident (16.8%), and sudden death of a loved one (10.7%). The prevalence of any stress related disorder was 4.9%, for Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) it was 1.5%, and for Complex PTSD (CPTSD) it was 3.4%. Almost one in ten (9.4%) 11-19 year olds reported self-injurious behaviour and close to one in eight (12.1%) reporting thinking about or attempting suicide. (Edited publisher abstract)
Mental health in learning disabilities: a training pack for staff working with people who have dual diagnosis of mental health needs and learning disabilities
- Editors:
- HOLT Geraldine, BOURAS Nick
- Publisher:
- Pavilion
- Publication year:
- 1997
- Pagination:
- 192p.
- Place of publication:
- Brighton
- Edition:
- 2nd
Teaching pack aimed at all staff working with people with learning difficulties and mental health problems. Contains material on: the aetiology of learning difficulties; individual, family and social adjustment; emotional disorders; the use of behavioural strategies; challenging behaviour; commonly used medication; mental health service factors; epilepsy in people with learning difficulties; stress and burnout; and legal and ethical issues.
Coping with children in stress
- Editor:
- VARMA Ved
- Publisher:
- Arena
- Publication year:
- 1996
- Pagination:
- 177p.,bibliog.
- Place of publication:
- Aldershot
Childhood is a time of rapid change which can cause stress for many children, but those with special needs may have to face additional stresses, either at home or at school. Investigates how to handle children with stress derived from various sources, including health, educational and social. Also looks at the causes and effects of stress and ways of preventing or minimising it, as well as coping strategies. Chapters focus on children with sensory impairments, disabilities, learning difficulties, and emotional or behavioural difficulties, as well as children from black and minority ethnic communities and gifted children.
Mental health in learning disabilities: a training pack for staff working with people who have a dual diagnosis of mental health needs and learning disabilities
- Editors:
- HOLT Geraldine, KON Yan, BOURAS Nick
- Publisher:
- Pavilion
- Publication year:
- 1995
- Pagination:
- 111p.
- Place of publication:
- Brighton
Teaching pack aimed at all staff working with people with learning difficulties and mental health problems. Contains material on: the aetiology of learning difficulties; individual, family and social adjustment; emotional disorders; the use of behavioural strategies; challenging behaviour; commonly used medication; mental health service factors; epilepsy in people with learning difficulties; stress and burnout; and legal and ethical issues.