Correction: The Effectiveness of Low-Intensity Psychological Interventions for Comorbid Depression and Anxiety in Patients with Long-Term Conditions: A Real-World Naturalistic Observational Study in IAPT Integrated Care
(Source: International Journal of Behavioral Medicine)
Source: International Journal of Behavioral Medicine - October 17, 2023 Category: Psychiatry Source Type: research

Loneliness and Its Predictors in Rare Versus Common Chronic Illnesses
ConclusionThe similarity of loneliness in these groups reinforces the value of further systematic research to identify the needs of individuals with any type of chronic illness. Study findings highlight the importance of examining internalized stigma and social support as possible targets of intervention to reduce loneliness among individuals with a chronic illness, recognizing some of the unique features and challenges of their disorders, whether common or rare. (Source: International Journal of Behavioral Medicine)
Source: International Journal of Behavioral Medicine - October 16, 2023 Category: Psychiatry Source Type: research

Can In-Task Affect During Interval and Continuous Exercise Predict 12-Month Physical Activity Behavior? Findings from a Randomized Trial
ConclusionThe current findings raise important questions about whether the affect –behavior relationship may vary depending on exercise type. For HIIT-based exercise in particular, additional psychological constructs beyond in-task affect should be considered when attempting to predict future physical activity behavior. (Source: International Journal of Behavioral Medicine)
Source: International Journal of Behavioral Medicine - October 12, 2023 Category: Psychiatry Source Type: research

Moderators of a Diet and Physical Activity Intervention: who Responds Best to Sequential vs. Simultaneous Approaches
ConclusionIdentifying moderators of treatment response can allow the behavioral medicine field to enhance intervention efficacy by matching participant subgroups to their best-fitting interventions.Trial RegistrationNCT00131105. (Source: International Journal of Behavioral Medicine)
Source: International Journal of Behavioral Medicine - October 10, 2023 Category: Psychiatry Source Type: research

Knowledge of Cannabinoid Content Among People Living with HIV Who Use Cannabis: a Daily Diary Study
ConclusionsFindings suggest that among  PLWH, knowledge of cannabinoid concentrations may be higher when using non-flower cannabis products and among those reporting primarily medicinal cannabis use. Moreover, knowledge of cannabinoid concentration may protect against negative cannabis-related consequences in this population. (Source: International Journal of Behavioral Medicine)
Source: International Journal of Behavioral Medicine - October 4, 2023 Category: Psychiatry Source Type: research

Social Control and Health Behaviors Among Individuals Living with Parkinson ’s Disease: A Pilot Study
ConclusionsFindings lend preliminary evidence of the relationship between social control and exchanges and health behavior that may inform future, adequately powered observational and intervention studies that target interpersonal processes and health behaviors among individuals living with PD and their relationship partners. (Source: International Journal of Behavioral Medicine)
Source: International Journal of Behavioral Medicine - October 2, 2023 Category: Psychiatry Source Type: research

Neighborhood and Behavioral Effects on Weight Change Across Immigrant Generations: Evidence from the National Longitudinal Study of Adolescent to Adult Health (Add Health)
ConclusionThese findings provide some evidence that neighborhood features and physical activity in the neighborhood may curb obesity risk among adolescents and young adults. The results can inform urban planning efforts and community-based interventions to increase physical activity across ethnic minority populations. (Source: International Journal of Behavioral Medicine)
Source: International Journal of Behavioral Medicine - September 27, 2023 Category: Psychiatry Source Type: research

Occupational Mobility and Chronic Health Conditions in Middle and Later Life: A Systematic Review
ConclusionCareer advancement interventions should target both the career starters and older employees. More generous unemployment insurance systems are suggested in less egalitarian countries, especially during economic recession periods. Future studies of occupational mobility should give more attention to women and people from developing and Eastern countries. (Source: International Journal of Behavioral Medicine)
Source: International Journal of Behavioral Medicine - September 27, 2023 Category: Psychiatry Source Type: research

Mindfulness-Based Interventions for Survivors of Lung Cancer and Their Partners: A Systematic Review
ConclusionDyadic intervention research is a growing field. Few interventions target individuals with lung cancer and their partners. No interventions target partners alone. Future research should evaluate rigorous methodologies that enhance the understanding of independent and interdependent health-related effects within dyads and across relationships and settings. (Source: International Journal of Behavioral Medicine)
Source: International Journal of Behavioral Medicine - September 27, 2023 Category: Psychiatry Source Type: research