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COVID-19 or Cancer Stress? Anxiety and Depressive Symptoms in Patients with Advanced Lung Cancer
ConclusionsAdvanced lung cancer patients during the early phase of the COVID-19 pandemic reported cancer stress as more important than COVID-19 stress in relation to their mental health. Empirically supported biobehavioral and cognitive behavioral treatments remain important to reducing psychological symptoms and enhancing patients ’ quality of life. (Source: International Journal of Behavioral Medicine)
Source: International Journal of Behavioral Medicine - August 18, 2023 Category: Psychiatry Source Type: research

Development of Body Dissatisfaction in Women and Men at Different Educational Levels During the Life Course
ConclusionsDifferences in body dissatisfaction based on educational level are important to take into account in public health actions aiming to reduce socioeconomic inequalities in health and well-being. (Source: International Journal of Behavioral Medicine)
Source: International Journal of Behavioral Medicine - August 17, 2023 Category: Psychiatry Source Type: research

Effect of Pre-Hospitalization Fall History on Physical Activity and Sedentary Behavior After the Implementation of a Behavioral Change Approach in Patients with Minor Ischemic Stroke: A Secondary Analysis of a Randomized Controlled Trial
ConclusionThose with a history of falls showed a lesser change in the number of steps taken before and after implementing a behavior change approach compared with those without a history of falls. Those with a history of falls may have engaged in activities other than walking. (Source: International Journal of Behavioral Medicine)
Source: International Journal of Behavioral Medicine - August 16, 2023 Category: Psychiatry Source Type: research

Screening for Adolescent Risk Behaviors: Preliminary Evidence for a Family Functioning Tool
ConclusionIn sum, the multi-dimensional latent family functioning construct may target specific barriers to risk screening in adolescent populations, including time constraint, hesitancy in discussing sensitive health topics, and use culturally appropriate and age-appropriate assessments. (Source: International Journal of Behavioral Medicine)
Source: International Journal of Behavioral Medicine - August 14, 2023 Category: Psychiatry Source Type: research

Daily Effects of COVID-19 News on Personal Protective Behaviors Through COVID-19 Anxiety: The Significance of Direct Wuhan Epidemic Experience
ConclusionsThe analysis reveals the psychological mechanism through which COVID-19 information promotes self-protection measures to control the infectious disease and highlights the importance of direct COVID-19 experience in generating such an effect. (Source: International Journal of Behavioral Medicine)
Source: International Journal of Behavioral Medicine - August 9, 2023 Category: Psychiatry Source Type: research

Effects of Exercise Testing and Cardiac Rehabilitation in Patients with Coronary Heart Disease on Fear and Self-Efficacy of Exercise: A Pilot Study
ConclusionPatients in the RPE and target heart rate groups had non-significant changes in exercise self-efficacy over the course of CR. Contrary to our hypothesis, the use of GXT and target heart rate range did not reduce fear, and we noted sustained or increases in fear of exercise among patients with elevated baseline fear. A more targeted psychological intervention seems warranted to reduce exercise fear and self-efficacy in CR. (Source: International Journal of Behavioral Medicine)
Source: International Journal of Behavioral Medicine - August 9, 2023 Category: Psychiatry Source Type: research

Daily Effects of COVID-19 News on Personal Protective Behaviors Through COVID-19 Anxiety: The Significance of Direct Wuhan Epidemic Experience
ConclusionsThe analysis reveals the psychological mechanism through which COVID-19 information promotes self-protection measures to control the infectious disease and highlights the importance of direct COVID-19 experience in generating such an effect. (Source: International Journal of Behavioral Medicine)
Source: International Journal of Behavioral Medicine - August 9, 2023 Category: Psychiatry Source Type: research

Effects of Exercise Testing and Cardiac Rehabilitation in Patients with Coronary Heart Disease on Fear and Self-Efficacy of Exercise: A Pilot Study
ConclusionPatients in the RPE and target heart rate groups had non-significant changes in exercise self-efficacy over the course of CR. Contrary to our hypothesis, the use of GXT and target heart rate range did not reduce fear, and we noted sustained or increases in fear of exercise among patients with elevated baseline fear. A more targeted psychological intervention seems warranted to reduce exercise fear and self-efficacy in CR. (Source: International Journal of Behavioral Medicine)
Source: International Journal of Behavioral Medicine - August 9, 2023 Category: Psychiatry Source Type: research

Social Identity and Online Support Groups: A Qualitative Study with Family Caregivers
ConclusionsWe concluded that group identity can be cultivated through considered, active and balanced moderation, creating a safe, welcoming and supportive space where family caregivers are able to have fun and seek information, advice and emotional support, which helps relieve loneliness and social isolation. (Source: International Journal of Behavioral Medicine)
Source: International Journal of Behavioral Medicine - August 7, 2023 Category: Psychiatry Source Type: research

A Systematic Review of the Efficacy of Contingency Management for Substance Use Disorders in Low and Middle Income Countries
ConclusionsWhile CM in LMICs is in its early stages of development, efficacy estimates were not substantially different compared to high income countries. Challenges such as costs, willingness to implement, and the stigma associated with addiction sets the stage for further research in these contexts. (Source: International Journal of Behavioral Medicine)
Source: International Journal of Behavioral Medicine - August 2, 2023 Category: Psychiatry Source Type: research