scholarly journals “Approach”: the Harlow mental health information service

1992 ◽  
Vol 16 (8) ◽  
pp. 496-497
Author(s):  
Jonathan Hillam ◽  
Stephen Stansfeld
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Mental Illness ◽  
Health Information ◽  
Information Service ◽  
Psychiatric Services ◽  
The Public ◽  
Public Department ◽  
Mental Health Information ◽  
Department Of Health ◽  
Community Psychiatric

An important emphasis in developing community psychiatric services has been to increase accessibility of psychiatric services to the public (Department of Health, 1989). This might mean not simply informing people about available services but also providing advice about mental illness and where individuals might seek further help, either for themselves or for others about particular problems.

scholarly journals Community Perception towards Mental Illness among Residents of Gimbi Town, Western Ethiopia

2016 ◽  
Vol 2016 ◽  
pp. 1-8 ◽  
Author(s):  
Misael Benti ◽  
Jemal Ebrahim ◽  
Tadesse Awoke ◽  
Zegeye Yohannis ◽  
Asres Bedaso
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Mental Illness ◽  
Family History ◽  
Health Information ◽  
Mental Health Problems ◽  
Treatment Options ◽  
Community Perception ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Mental Health Information ◽  
History Of

Background. Despite the increased burden of mental health problem, little is known about knowledge and perception of the public towards mental health problems in Ethiopia. Methods. Community based cross-sectional study was conducted among selected 845 Gimbi town residents from May 28 to June 28, 2014. Results. Out of the total study participants, 304 (37.3%) were found to have poor perception (a score below mean five semantic differential scales for positive questions and above mean for negative questions) of mental illness. Being above 28 years of age (AOR = 0.48 CI (0.23, 0.78)), private workers (AOR = 0.41 CI (0.19, 0.87)), and lack of mental health information were found to be associated with poor perception of mental illness (AOR = 0.133 CI (0.09, 0.20)). Absence of family history of mental illness was also found to be associated with poor perception of mental illness (AOR = 0.37 CI (0.21, 0.66)). Conclusions. Significant proportions of the community in Gimbi town were found to have poor perception of mental illness. Poor perception is common among old aged, less educated, private workers, those unable to access mental health information, and those with no family history of mental illness. Mental health education on possible causes, treatment options, and possible outcome of treatment to the community is required.

Sheltered Accommodation in the Community Mental Health Service in the 13th Arrondissement of Paris

1979 ◽  
Vol 135 (4) ◽  
pp. 315-320 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jonathan Chick
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Mental Health Service ◽  
Community Mental Health ◽  
Health Service ◽  
Social Security ◽  
Psychiatric Services ◽  
Community Mental Health Service ◽  
Department Of Health ◽  
Community Psychiatric ◽  
Sheltered Accommodation

SummaryThe well-developed community psychiatric services in the 13th Arrondissement use a large number of places in sheltered accommodation. Reasons for this are explored. It may be that there are areas in the U.K. where the need for such accommodation is greater than the Department of Health and Social Security has estimated.

Science Up in Smoke: One Psychiatrist’s Journey Through the Politics of Cannabis Legalization

2021 ◽  
Vol 11 ◽  
Author(s):  
David C. Rettew
Keyword(s):  
Public Health ◽  
Mental Health ◽  
Health Information ◽  
Health Professionals ◽  
Scientific Information ◽  
Political Process ◽  
Lessons Learned ◽  
The Political ◽  
The Public ◽  
Mental Health Information

Background: Many states are currently considering legislature that would legalize and commercialize cannabis for medical and recreational purposes. Physicians and other health professionals are frequently called upon to offer an expert opinion on the public health implications of these bills. For many, the role as a scientific expert and advocate in a political process is new. Objective 1: To outline themes and lessons learned for science-minded clinicians engaged in deliberations over cannabis legislation. Objective 2: To describe how science can get used and misused in the political process. Method: This article describes the experience of a psychiatrist who was actively involved in one state’s deliberations through cannabis legalization bills. Results: Major themes that emerged during the process are described as are recommendations for other health professionals who may find themselves involved in similar processes related to cannabis legalization and other controversial initiatives that rely on the interpretation of scientific information. Conclusion: Psychiatrists and other clinicians can make important contributions to the political process for legislative debates that involve science-based mental health information.

scholarly journals Mental Health, Information and Being Connected: Qualitative Experiences of Social Media Use during the COVID-19 Pandemic from a Trans-National Sample

Healthcare ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 9 (6) ◽  
pp. 735
Author(s):  
Schoultz Mariyana ◽  
Leung Janni ◽  
Bonsaksen Tore ◽  
Ruffolo Mary ◽  
Thygesen Hilde ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Social Media ◽  
Health Information ◽  
Online Survey ◽  
Negative Impact ◽  
National Study ◽  
Free Text ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Mental Health Information ◽  
The Uk

Background: Due to the COVID-19 pandemic and the strict national policies regarding social distancing behavior in Europe, America and Australia, people became reliant on social media as a means for gathering information and as a tool for staying connected to family, friends and work. This is the first trans-national study exploring the qualitative experiences and challenges of using social media while in lockdown or shelter-in-place during the current pandemic. Methods: This study was part of a wider cross-sectional online survey conducted in Norway, the UK, USA and Australia during April/May 2020. The manuscript reports on the qualitative free-text component of the study asking about the challenges of social media users during the COVID-19 pandemic in the UK, USA and Australia. A total of 1991 responses were included in the analysis. Thematic analysis was conducted independently by two researchers. Results: Three overarching themes identified were: Emotional/Mental Health, Information and Being Connected. Participants experienced that using social media during the pandemic amplified anxiety, depression, fear, panic, anger, frustration and loneliness. They felt that there was information overload and social media was full of misleading or polarized opinions which were difficult to switch off. Nonetheless, participants also thought that there was an urge for connection and learning, which was positive and stressful at the same time. Conclusion: Using social media while in a shelter-in-place or lockdown could have a negative impact on the emotional and mental health of some of the population. To support policy and practice in strengthening mental health care in the community, social media could be used to deliver practical advice on coping and stress management. Communication with the public should be strengthened by unambiguous and clear messages and clear communication pathways. We should be looking at alternative ways of staying connected.

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