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Psychosocial treatment for methamphetamine use and the associated mental health symptoms
- Authors:
- MANN Amrit, WAGSTAFF Chris
- Journal article citation:
- Advances in Dual Diagnosis, 12(3), 2019, pp.132-144.
- Publisher:
- Emerald
Purpose: Methamphetamine users commonly experience induced methamphetamine associated mental health symptoms. Currently, psychosocial treatment is implemented to reduce use; however, to date, the effectiveness of psychosocial treatment in methamphetamine use and the associated mental health symptoms has not been reviewed. The paper aims to discuss this issue. Design/methodology/approach: A systematic literature review was performed by searching databases (PubMed, Embase, Ovid MEDLINE, PsychINFO and CINAHL) and following clear inclusion/exclusion criteria. Findings: In total, 12 studies met the inclusion/exclusion criteria, measuring a variety of psychosocial interventions and measuring a variety of different mental health outcomes. Decreased methamphetamine use was observed in the five studies which recorded this. Research limitations/implications: Most studies in this review were preliminary trials and only three were RCTs. Additionally, methamphetamine use is a particular problem in Japan and is becoming more prevalent in Europe, yet neither primary nor secondary searching identified papers from these regions. Social implications: This review demonstrates that psychosocial treatments can improve symptoms associated with methamphetamine use. Reduction in mental health symptoms has been shown to attract individuals to drug use treatment and thus indirectly reducing methamphetamine use. (Edited publisher abstract)
Permanent supportive housing: assessing the evidence
- Authors:
- ROG Debra J., et al
- Journal article citation:
- Psychiatric Services, 65(3), 2014, pp.287-294.
- Publisher:
- American Psychiatric Association
Objectives: Permanent supportive housing provides safe, stable housing for people with mental and substance use disorders who are homeless or disabled. This article describes permanent supportive housing and reviews research. Methods: Authors reviewed individual studies and literature reviews from 1995 through 2012. Databases surveyed were PubMed, PsycINFO, Applied Social Sciences Index and Abstracts, Sociological Abstracts, Social Services Abstracts, Published International Literature on Traumatic Stress, the Educational Resources Information Center, and the Cumulative Index to Nursing and Allied Health Literature. The authors chose from three levels of evidence (high, moderate, and low) on the basis of benchmarks for the number of studies and quality of their methodology. They also described the evidence of service effectiveness. Results: The level of evidence for permanent supportive housing was graded as moderate. Substantial literature, including seven randomized controlled trials, demonstrated that components of the model reduced homelessness, increased housing tenure, and decreased emergency room visits and hospitalization. Consumers consistently rated this model more positively than other housing models. Methodological flaws limited the ability to draw firm conclusions. Results were stronger for studies that compared permanent supportive housing with treatment as usual or no housing rather than with other models. Conclusions: The moderate level of evidence indicates that permanent supportive housing is promising, but research is needed to clarify the model and determine the most effective elements for various subpopulations. Policy makers should consider including permanent supportive housing as a covered service for individuals with mental and substance use disorders. An evaluation component is needed to continue building its evidence base. (Publisher abstract)
Prevalence of comorbid disorders in problem and pathological gambling: systematic review and meta-analysis of population surveys
- Authors:
- LORAINS Felicity K., COWLISHAW Sean, THOMAS Shane A.
- Journal article citation:
- Addiction, 106(3), March 2011, pp.490-498.
- Publisher:
- Blackwell Publishing
A systematic search was conducted for peer-reviewed and unpublished articles reported between 1 January 1998 and 20 September 2010 to review the evidence on the prevalence of common comorbid disorders in problem and pathological gamblers. Eleven eligible studies met the selection criteria. Results from across the studies indicated that problem and pathological gamblers had high rates of other comorbid disorders. These included nicotine dependence, substance use disorders, mood disorders, and any type of anxiety disorder. The author recommends screening for comorbid disorders upon entering treatment for gambling problems. Further research is required to explore the underlying causes of variability observed in the prevalence estimates.
A systematic review of research on the epidemiology of mental health disorders in prison populations: a summary of findings
- Authors:
- SIRDIFIELD Coral, et al
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Forensic Psychiatry and Psychology (The), 20(Supplement 1), April 2009, pp.78-101.
- Publisher:
- Taylor and Francis
Brooker et al. (2002) conducted a systematic review of research into the mental health of prisoners. Their final report included a review of the epidemiology of the prison population, an overview of the interventions used to treat the major mental health disorders in both the general and prison populations, and a review of service delivery and organisation for prisoners with mental health disorders. The review found a high prevalence of mental health disorders in prison populations, with up to 15% of prisoners having four or five co-existing mental disorders. This review has been updated, using the same methodology, to include literature dated from 2002 to August 2006. This paper presents findings from the epidemiology section of the updated review, which includes 18 new studies. The recent studies largely reflect the findings of earlier research. However, some studies in the updated review focus on countries where little of this type of research has previously been conducted. The prevalence of mental health disorders, suicide, and substance misuse remains high in prison populations around the world - demonstrating the need for suitable evidence-based interventions to address these issues. Future research should concentrate on mapping interventions available to prisoners and evaluating their effectiveness.
Quality of medical care for people with and without comorbid mental illness and substance misuse: systematic review of comparative studies
- Authors:
- MITCHELL Alex J., MALONE Darren, DOEBBELING Caroline Carney
- Journal article citation:
- British Journal of Psychiatry, 194(6), June 2009, pp.491-499.
- Publisher:
- Cambridge University Press
This study aimed to investigate whether the quality of medical care received by people with mental health conditions, including substance misuse, differs from the care received by people who have no comparable mental disorder. A systematic review of studies that examined the quality of medical care in those with and without mental illness was conducted using robust critical appraisal techniques. Of 31 valid studies, 27 examined receipt of medical care in those with and without mental illness and 10 examined medical care in those with and without substance use disorder (or dual diagnosis). Nineteen of 27 and 10 of 10, respectively, suggested inferior quality of care in at least one domain. Twelve studies found no appreciable differences in care or failed to detect a difference in at least one key area. Several studies showed an increase in healthcare utilisation but without any increase in quality. Three studies found superior care for individuals with mental illness in specific subdomains. There was inadequate information concerning patient satisfaction and structural differences in healthcare delivery. There was also inadequate separation of delivery of care from uptake in care on which to base causal explanations. Despite similar or more frequent medical contacts, there are often disparities in the physical healthcare delivered to those with psychiatric illness although the magnitude of this effect varies considerably.
Partner violence and survivors' chronic health problems: informing social work practice
- Authors:
- MACY Rebecca J., FERRON Joelle, CROSBY Carmen
- Journal article citation:
- Social Work: A journal of the National Association of Social Workers (NASW), 54(1), January 2009, pp.29-43.
- Publisher:
- Oxford University Press
Although most social work professionals may expect that women who experience partner violence will sustain acute physical injuries, social workers may be less knowledgeable about the chronic health problems with which violence survivors often struggle. To inform social work practice, recently published research on health outcomes associated with partner violence victimization are reviewed and synthesized . The review focuses on efforts on chronic physical and mental health conditions that social workers are likely to see in their practices. Using rigorous selection criteria, 28 articles were selected for review from over 3,500 found in the search. The review showed that although women who experience partner violence are likely to seek health services, they have poor overall physical and mental health, and their health needs are not addressed sufficiently by current health and human service systems. Social work practice, policy, and research recommendations are offered to encourage comprehensive services that promote women's health and safety.
Personal social networks and disorders: a literature review and implications for practice and future research
- Authors:
- TRACY Elizabeth M., BIEGEL David E.
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Dual Diagnosis, 2(2), 2006, pp.59-88.
- Publisher:
- Taylor and Francis
- Place of publication:
- Philadelphia, USA
This literature review aimed to examine the literature on social networks and dual disorders, and the separate literatures on social networks in relation to mental illness and substance abuse respectively and to consider implications for practice and research. Papers selected for review included empirical studies of social networks and/or social support of adults with diagnosed substance use and/or mental disorders. Thirty-six studies met the criteria for review which is organized around three themes: structural characteristics of social networks, network composition, and the impact of social networks on treatment and recovery. The results found that social networks function both as a predictor as well as an outcome of mental illness and substance use. Understanding and assessment of social networks is important to understanding addictive behaviours. The review highlights the need for further research in the following areas: the role of social networks in readiness for treatment, entry into and participation in treatment, and support for recovery; the impact of treatment and peer support programs on social networks; social networks in relation to a wider range of mental disorders (e.g., depression, anxiety and post traumatic stress disorder); and the impact of race, ethnicity, and gender on social networks of adults with dual disorders. In addition, the role that families play in treatment and recovery as well as the impact of clients' dual disorders upon family members needs examination. (Copies of this article are available from: Haworth Document Delivery Centre, Haworth Press Inc., 10 Alice Street, Binghamton, NY 13904-1580).
Integrated versus non-integrated management and care for clients with co-occuring mental health and substance use disorders: a qualitative systematic review of randomised controlled trials
- Authors:
- DONALD Maria, DOWER Jo, KAVANAGH David
- Journal article citation:
- Social Science and Medicine, 60(6), March 2005, pp.1371-1383.
- Publisher:
- Elsevier
Ten articles were identified for inclusion in this systematic review, which compares the use of integrated and non-integrated treatment approaches with this ‘challenging client group’. The findings do not demonstrate clear evidence of the superior efficacy of integrated treatments, but the many limitations of the studies need to be considered in understanding the implications of this finding. It is difficult to engage and retain members of this group in intervention research, and the complexity and variability of their problems make control particularly difficult. Much remains to be investigated with regard to the management and care of people with co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders, especially for specific combinations of dual diagnosis, and giving consideration to the level of inter-relatedness between the disorders.
The effectiveness of The Seven Challenges Program for addressing substance misuse: a systematic review
- Authors:
- PARISI Anna, GUAN Ting, CHEN Ding-Geng
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Social Work Practice in the Addictions, 21(4), 2021, pp.317-332.
- Publisher:
- Taylor and Francis
- Place of publication:
- Philadelphia, USA
The Seven Challenges (7C) is a program for adults and adolescents with substance use disorders and co-occurring problems. The aim of this systematic review was to examine the methodological characteristics and substantive findings of studies evaluating the effectiveness of 7C. This study identified seven studies via searches of seven electronic databases. Our results suggest that 7C is associated with reduced substance use, decreased mental health-related problems, and reduced criminal behavior. However, further research is needed to determine whether 7C is superior to alternative interventions for substance misuse and to explore the efficacy of the 7C program among adult populations. (Edited publisher abstract)
Are computer-based treatment programs effective at reducing symptoms of substance misuse and mental health difficulties within adults? A systematic review
- Authors:
- DUGDALE Stephanie, et al
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Dual Diagnosis, 15(4), 2019, pp.291-311.
- Publisher:
- Taylor and Francis
- Place of publication:
- Philadelphia, USA
Objective: Comorbid substance misuse and mental health difficulties are recognized as a leading contributor to disease burden worldwide. Amid cuts to health care services, computer-based interventions may provide support for patients experiencing these difficulties. The aims of this systematic review were to identify and investigate the efficacy of these computer-based interventions at improving substance misuse and mental health outcomes. Methods: A systematic search was conducted of CINAHL Plus, PsycARTICLES, PsycINFO, Medline, Web of Science, and the Cochrane Library. Gray literature was also searched for relevant papers. Data were extracted from 33 papers, which met eligibility criteria by reporting a computer-based intervention designed to treat substance misuse and mental health in adults. Quality assessments were conducted on these papers. Results: Computer-based interventions generally led to an improvement of substance misuse and mental health outcomes within groups and when compared against waitlist control and psychoeducation. Computer-based interventions were effective at improving dual diagnosis outcomes, and improvements to mental health outcomes specifically were maintained for up to nine months. However, the combined effect of computer-based interventions and therapist support was found to be more effective than the effects of computer-based interventions alone. Conclusions: Many papers were limited by high attrition rates commonly attributed to “digital” interventions. Future research should consider systematically recruiting a range of participants, including those potentially affected by the digital divide, and incorporating methods within research to maintain engagement. This review was also limited by the heterogeneity of the papers reported, many of which differed between targeting dual diagnosis and targeting either substance misuse or mental health respectively, with outcomes investigating other difficulties out of curiosity. (Publisher abstract)