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The invisible intruders
- Author:
- ROMME Marius
- Journal article citation:
- Nursing Times, 4.3.98, 1998, pp.30-31.
- Publisher:
- Nursing Times
Discusses how the hearing of voices can stem from memories of unresolved emotional problems. Looks at how people can be taught how to take control of them.
An open trial of exposure therapy based on deconditioning for post-traumatic stress disorder
- Authors:
- THOMPSON J.A., et al
- Journal article citation:
- British Journal of Clinical Psychology, 34(3), September 1995, pp.407-416.
- Publisher:
- Wiley
Twenty-three patients who had experienced a major stressful event were given a debriefing session followed by eight weekly sessions of imaginal exposure and in vivo exposure. Patients recounted their traumatic experiences aloud, using the first person and the present tense, and included as much detail as possible. This account was audiotaped and patients were asked to listen to the tape between treatment sessions. The number of patients who satisfied the diagnostic criteria for post-traumatic stress disorder was halved.
Help-seeking preferences for psychological distress in primary care: effect of current mental state
- Authors:
- WALTERS Kate, et al
- Journal article citation:
- British Journal of General Practice, 58(555), October 2008, pp.694-698.
- Publisher:
- Royal College of General Practitioners
To determine patient preferences for professional, informal, and alternative help for psychological distress in primary care, and the impact of their current mental state on these a across-sectional survey in seven general practices across suburban/urban London was undertaken. Participants were 1,357 consecutive general practice attenders aged 18 years and over. The main outcome measure was the General Health Questionnaire 12-item version and a questionnaire on help-seeking preferences. Overall, only 47% of participants reported wanting `some help' if feeling stressed, worried, or low and it was affecting their daily life. Those currently experiencing mild-to-moderate distress preferred informal sources of help such as friends/family support, relaxation/yoga, exercise/sport, or massage along with general advice from their GP and talking therapies. Self-help (books/leaflets or computer/internet) was not popular at any level of distress, and less favoured by those with mild-to-moderate distress. Those experiencing severe distress were much more likely to want talking therapies, tablets, and support groups. People with mild-to-moderate distress appear to prefer informal sources of help and those involving human contact, compared to medication or self-help. This has implications for the implementation of potential interventions for psychological distress in primary care.
Working with people with dual diagnosis in the voluntary sector: training and support needs of practitioners
- Authors:
- SCOTT Helen, et al
- Journal article citation:
- Mental Health and Learning Disabilities Care, 4(9), May 2001, pp.297-301.
- Publisher:
- Pavilion
People with dual diagnosis are likely to be among the most demanding of clients encountered by mental health practitioners. Reports the findings of an evaluation of four voluntary sector projects funded by the Department of Health to develop their services to this group, with a particular focus on the staff. The majority of the staff had no formal qualifications in mental health, which may well have contributed both to their high burn-out levels and to the limited range of interventions they offered clients. Concludes that considerable further investment in staff training may be needed if such services in both the voluntary and statutory sectors are to be effective.
Quality of life in older adults with generalized anxiety disorder
- Authors:
- BOURLAND S.L., et al
- Journal article citation:
- Aging and Mental Health, 4(4), November 2000, pp.315-323.
- Publisher:
- Taylor and Francis
Improving the quality of life is an important goal in the treatment of psychiatric disorders. The current study described subjective quality of life, or life satisfaction, in a sample of older adults with generalized anxiety disorder (GAD). Patients with GAD were compared to other anxious and nonpsychiatric samples on measures of life satisfaction. Older adults with GAD reported lower quality of life than did nonpsychiatric samples; levels of life satisfaction were comparable between older adults with GAD and younger adults with social phobia. The findings suggest that quality of life is diminished in older adults with GAD, and that additional factors also affect quality of life for these patients.
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.
Psychological therapies for post-traumatic stress disorder
- Author:
- ADSHEAD Gwen
- Journal article citation:
- British Journal of Psychiatry, 177, August 2000, pp.144-148.
- Publisher:
- Cambridge University Press
Since the incidence and prevalence rates for PTSD in the community are significant, it is important that general practitioners and psychiatrists be familiar with possible therapeutic options. This review looks at the published evidence about the effectiveness of psychological treatment for PTSD. Although a proportion of people with complex or chronic PTSD may require specialist interventions, most patients can be treated effectively by a general psychiatric service which can offer both pharmacological and psychological interventions.
Voice-overs
- Author:
- CLARKE Liam
- Journal article citation:
- Nursing Times, 4.3.98, 1998, pp.28-29.
- Publisher:
- Nursing Times
Hearing voices is distressing and frightening, but cognitive psychology can provide a range of interventions that enable people to live with auditory hallucinations. Looks at ways to empower this patient group.
The efficacy of physical activity interventions within mental health services: anxiety and depressive disorders
- Author:
- BURBACH Frank R.
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Mental Health, 6(6), December 1997, pp.543-566.
- Publisher:
- Taylor and Francis
- Place of publication:
- London
Examines the efficacy of physical activity as a treatment intervention for out- and in-patients with anxiety and depressive disorders. The discussion covers comparison of outcomes between different types of physical activity interventions and between physical activity and other therapies. Implications for mental health services are explored and further research questions raised.
ABC of mental health: anxiety
- Author:
- HALE Anthony S.
- Journal article citation:
- British Medical Journal, 28.6.97, 1997, pp.1886-1889.
- Publisher:
- British Medical Association
Discusses the different characteristics of a number of anxiety disorders including agoraphobia, social phobia, panic disorder and post-traumatic stress disorder. Also summarises the treatment available.