Structural validity of the Persian version of the Suicide Capacity Scale among Iranian college students
This study was the first step in translating the Suicide Capacity scale (SCS-3) from English to Persian and then determining its structural validity in a sample of Iranian students.MethodsThe sample consisted of 600 participants selected by the convenience sampling method and answered the questionnaires of the Suicide Behaviors Questionnaire-Revised (SBQ-R) Depressive Symptom Index-Suicidality Subscale (DSI-SS), suicide attempt, and suicidal capacity(SCS-3).ResultsThe single-group factor analysis suggested that the three-factor model shows the goodness of fit with the data.Practical ImplicationsSuicide capacity is a psycho...
Source: Perspectives in Psychiatric Care - February 10, 2022 Category: Psychiatry Authors: Soliman Ahmadboukani, Hosein Ghamarigivi, Ahmadreza Kiani, Ali Rezaeisharif Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLE Source Type: research

The effect of cognitive behavioral  therapy‐based psychoeducation on internalized stigma and functional remission in individuals diagnosed with schizophrenia
AbstractPurposeThe aim of this study is to determine the effect of cognitive behavioral therapy-based psychoeducation provided to individuals diagnosed with schizophrenia on internalized stigma and functional remission.Design and MethodsThe study was conducted based on the quasi-experimental design with pretest –posttest control group with 100 individuals, who were diagnosed with schizophrenia, in a Community Mental Health Center between September 2020 and June 2021.FindingsIt was determined that after the cognitive behavioral therapy-based psychoeducation, the internalized stigma level decreased and the functional remis...
Source: Perspectives in Psychiatric Care - February 9, 2022 Category: Psychiatry Authors: Meltem Çapar Çiftçi, Funda Kavak Budak Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLE Source Type: research

Confirmatory factor analysis of the arabic version of the reminiscence functions scale with strict measurement invariance across gender
Conclusions: CFA supports a 32-item, six-factor model.Practice ImplicationsPsychiatric nurses can use the adjusted ARFS to measure subjects' reminiscence functions and predict the psychological and emotional distress associated with these functions. (Source: Perspectives in Psychiatric Care)
Source: Perspectives in Psychiatric Care - February 9, 2022 Category: Psychiatry Authors: Abdallah Abu Khait, Austin Menger, Juliette Shellman, Hanan Al ‐Modallal, Shaher H. Hamaideh Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLE Source Type: research

Nurses' perspectives regarding integrated nursing interventions for psychoactive substance use cessation: A mixed methods study from South India
AbstractPurposeTo obtain nurses' perspectives regarding integrated interventions for substance use cessation for patients in general hospital settings.Design and Methods(a) Quantitative survey (N = 207) (nurses' knowledge, attitude, practice, confidence regarding integrated interventions; (b) Focus groups exploring nurses' perspectives regarding integrated interventions (N = 32).FindingsParticipants' scores (mean, SD): Knowledge-112.5 (10.4) (maximum score-198); Attitude-30.99 (7.05) (maximum-52); Practice-1.66 (2.63) (maximum-28); Confidence-11.90 (3.82) (maximum-24). From the focus groups, four themes were identi...
Source: Perspectives in Psychiatric Care - February 8, 2022 Category: Psychiatry Authors: Sugavanaselvi K., Prasanthi Nattala, Arvind B. A., Pratima Murthy Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLE Source Type: research

The relationship of gambling with sensation ‐seeking behavior and psychological resilience in university students
AbstractPurposeWe aimed to analyze the relationship of gambling with university students' sensation-seeking behavior and psychological resilience.Design and MethodsThis cross-sectional and correlational research was performed with 650 students. Data collection tools were Personal Information Form, South Oaks Gambling Screen (SOGS), Zuckerman Sensation-Seeking Scale (ZSSS), and Brief Resilience Scale (BRS).FindingsOf the students, 1.2% were probably pathological gamblers. There was a positive relationship between students' SOGS  and ZSSS scores (p <  0.05). However, there was no relationship between students' SOGS ...
Source: Perspectives in Psychiatric Care - February 8, 2022 Category: Psychiatry Authors: Sevim Çelik, Ayfer Öztürk, Eda Kes, Aylin Kurt Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLE Source Type: research

Effect of sleep hygiene training given to elderly individuals on daytime sleepiness and fatigue: A randomized controlled trial
This study was conducted to determine the effect of sleep hygiene training given to elderly individuals on daytime sleepiness and fatigue.Design and MethodsThe sample size was calculated by G. Power and determined as 134 elderly individuals. The experimental group was trained in sleep, two sessions a week for a total of 2  weeks.FindingsThe difference between Epworth Sleepiness Scale and Fatigue Severity Scale posttest mean scores of the elderly individuals in the experimental and control groups were found to be statistically significant (p <  0.05).Practice ImplicationsSleep hygiene training reduced daytime sleep...
Source: Perspectives in Psychiatric Care - February 7, 2022 Category: Psychiatry Authors: Filiz Polat, Fatma Karasu Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLE Source Type: research

The relationships between self ‐transcendence and depressive symptoms, self‐esteem, and locus of control in individuals diagnosed with substance addiction
This study examined the relationships between self-transcendence and depressive symptoms, self-esteem, and locus of control in persons with substance abuse disorder (SUDs).MethodsThis descriptive-relational study examined 115 participants who had been diagnosed with SUD.ResultsHigh self-transcendence scores were positively associated with lower levels of depressive symptoms, higher levels of self-esteem, and internal locus of control.Practice implicationsMental health nurses are effective at finding and maintaining resources that promote self-transcendence and support the potential and well-being of individuals with SUD. T...
Source: Perspectives in Psychiatric Care - February 6, 2022 Category: Psychiatry Authors: Seda Er, Sevim Buzlu Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLE Source Type: research

Examination of Type D personality, depression and perceived social support in women With fibromyalgia
This study aims to evaluate the relationship between Type D personality, depression, perceived social support, and disease activity in women with fibromyalgia (FM).Design and MethodsOne hundred and forty women applied to the physical medicine rehabilitation outpatient clinic between October 2019 and February 2020 who also had been diagnosed with FM were recruited. Age, occupation, marital status, chronic diseases, body mass index, duration of FM, smoking and alcohol use, sleep patterns, difficulty with daily work and self-care, physical therapy, and rehabilitation status were all recorded as demographic data of subjects. A...
Source: Perspectives in Psychiatric Care - February 6, 2022 Category: Psychiatry Authors: Aysun Özlü, Merve A. Leblebicier, Gamze Ünver Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLE Source Type: research

The effect of insight, loneliness, and hope levels on medication adherence in patients with schizophrenia
AbstractPurposeIt is important to investigate the negative factors affecting medication compliance to continue the treatment of schizophrenia.Design and MethodsIn this descriptive and analytical study, the effects of insight, loneliness, and hope levels on medication adherence in 202 patients with schizophrenia were studied.FindingsThe correlation was positive between medication adherence and insight, negative between medication adherence and loneliness, and no correlation between medication adherence and hope. A 1-point increase in insight scores increased medication adherence 1.226 times and a 1-point increase in lonelin...
Source: Perspectives in Psychiatric Care - February 6, 2022 Category: Psychiatry Authors: Hilal Seki Öz, Didem Ayhan, Şafak Taktak Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLE Source Type: research

Online solution ‐focused psychoeducation as a new intervention for treating severe fear of childbirth: A randomized controlled trial in the pandemic period
This study was conducted to determine the effect of solution-focused psychoeducation (SFP) and childbirth preparation training (CPT) on women's fear of childbirth and self-efficacy.MethodsThis randomized controlled trial was carried out at the family health center in Turkey. The sample of the study consisted of a total of 119 healthy primigravid women. These women were randomized into the SFP  group (n  =  39), CPT group (n  =  40), and control group care (n  =  40).FindingsAfter the intervention, the women in the experiment groups had  decreased fear of childbirth and increased self-efficacy.Practice Implic...
Source: Perspectives in Psychiatric Care - February 5, 2022 Category: Psychiatry Authors: Nurdan Kaya, Handan Guler Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLE Source Type: research

The effects of the education received by nursing students on their self ‐esteem and emotional intelligence: A 4‐year longitudinal study
This study was conducted to determine the effects of 4-year nursing education on self-esteem and emotional intelligence levels of nursing students.Design and MethodsThis descriptive longitudinal study was conducted with 73 nursing students between 2014 and 2018 at a foundation university in Istanbul.FindingsThe nursing students' self-esteem and emotional intelligence levels increased at the end of the 4-year nursing education. Nursing students' self-esteem scores measured in the 2nd and 4th years, their emotional intelligence scores measured in the 3rd, 1st years, and 4th years were statistically significantly higher.Pract...
Source: Perspectives in Psychiatric Care - February 4, 2022 Category: Psychiatry Authors: Makbule Batmaz, G ülcan Kendirkiran, Özlem Kavurucu Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLE Source Type: research

Determining the relationship between spirituality and perceptions of care in nursing students: A cross ‐sectional study
ConclusionThere was a significant relationship between CARE-Q and SSCRS scores (p <  0.05).Practice ImplicationsTo promote holistic care, nursing students should be provided training on spirituality and spiritual care, with emphasis on the role of nurses in care. (Source: Perspectives in Psychiatric Care)
Source: Perspectives in Psychiatric Care - February 3, 2022 Category: Psychiatry Authors: Yeliz Akku ş, Arzu Karabağ Aydın Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLE Source Type: research

Ethical problems experienced by family caregivers of patient with schizophrenia: A hermeneutic phenomenological study
This study was conducted using a hermeneutical approach to phenomenology. Data were obtained by means of an individual interview process using a semi-structured interview guide.ResultsThe results of this study revealed the following themes and sub-themes: higgledy-piggledy, walking on a thorny path, decision-making, subtheme, back of the mirror, victim, and dark well.Practice ImplicationsExpressed concerns have shown that caregivers not only face difficult challenges in the management of complicated and complicated illnesses, but also face ethical issues inherent in the role of caregivers and must take ethical decisions. (...
Source: Perspectives in Psychiatric Care - February 1, 2022 Category: Psychiatry Authors: Mustafa Levent Özgönül, Kerime Bademli̇ Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLE Source Type: research

The effects of motherhood and body perception on sexual dysfunctions among pregnant women
This study aimed to determine the effects of motherhood and body perception of pregnant women on sexual dysfunction.MethodsData were collected using a demographic data form, the Self-Perception of Pregnants Scale (SPPS) and the Female Sexual Function Index (FSFI). The study which is cross-sectional was conducted with 280 pregnant women. Percentages, Pearson correlation, and multiple regression analyzes were used for data analysis.FindingsPregnant women with a positive pregnancy-related motherhood and body perception had low sexual dysfunction. There was a moderately significant positive relationship between sexual function...
Source: Perspectives in Psychiatric Care - January 30, 2022 Category: Psychiatry Authors: Funda Tosun G üleroğlu, Elif Uludağ Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLE Source Type: research

An overview of buprenorphine prescribing for the advanced practice psychiatric nurse
ConclusionsAPPNs should be familiar with best practices regarding buprenorphine prescribing. Some patients may benefit from long-acting delivery methods, such as subdermal implants, or subcutaneous injections.Practice ImplicationsAPPNs can reduce barriers to buprenorphine access and should be familiar with best practices related to buprenorphine prescribing. (Source: Perspectives in Psychiatric Care)
Source: Perspectives in Psychiatric Care - January 29, 2022 Category: Psychiatry Authors: Brayden Kameg, Dina Fradkin, Madeleine Lepore Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLE Source Type: research