The state of psychiatric research in the Asia Pacific region
This study aims to review recent scientific publications and research output in the field of psychiatry, from a series of countries in the Asia ‐Pacific region (Australia, India, Indonesia, Iran, Lebanon, Malaysia, and Nepal), with a view to identify themes and similarities across regions, as well as to examine the barriers and challenges in mental health research faced by countries in the region.MethodsSeven psychiatrists from seven countries reviewed recent published and ongoing research in psychiatry in their respective nations, with respect to themes, as well as any barriers or challenges faced by mental health researchers.ResultsWhile the seven nations included in this review vary in terms of research capabilities and economic development level, they share many similarities both in terms of research direction, and with regards to challenges faced. Limitations in the form of sociocultural differences from the West, and a lack of funding were some of the barriers identified.DiscussionMental health research in the region has been progressing well. However, more varied research in the form of qualitative or economic studies are lacking, as are multi ‐center studies. The similar issues that nations face with regards to research could perhaps benefit from collaborative efforts and initiatives for the furtherance of research in the region.
Source: Asia-Pacific Psychiatry - Category: Psychiatry Authors: Glen Cedric Roche,
Paul Fung,
Ramdas Ransing,
Isa Multazam Noor,
Mohammadreza Shalbafan,
Samer El Hayek,
Eugene Boon Yau Koh,
Anoop Krishna Gupta,
Kundadak Ganesh Kudva Tags: SPECIAL ISSUE ARTICLE Source Type: research
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