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45 articles for “mentally ill”
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comparative study to assess the knowledge and attitude regarding mental illness among adults residing in selected urban and rural areas of district Sangrur, Punjab
Abstract: Research problem: “A comparative study to assess the knowledge and attitude regarding mental illness among adults residing in selected urban and rural areas of district Sangrur, Punjab” Background of the study: A sound mental health is the key component of health. Absence of mental health could create a great deal of burden to the functioning of a nation. Mental illness is an age-old problem of humankind as documented in the …
Published in International Journal of Neurological Nursing · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 19–54 Read article
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Knowledge and Attitude of Rural People Regarding Mental Illnesses Residing in Selected Areas of Loni Village, Maharashtra
Abstract: Introduction: Mental illness has been the problem of mankind since time immemorial. The general public`s attitude towards mental illness is negative, stigmatized and fearful. The knowledge of normal and abnormal mental health makes a significant difference in general public`s caring attitude towards the one with mental illness. The objectives of this study were (i) to assess the knowledge and (ii) to assess the attitude of rural people regarding mental illness …
Published in International Journal of Neurological Nursing · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 32–40 Read article
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A qualitative study to assess the psycho-social problems faced by primary caretakers Of mentally ill person in selected Hospital of delhi
Abstract: Introduction: Caregivers of mentally ill persons often have to sacrifice their own physical and emotional needs, and undertake a lot of stress and challenges while dealing with the person with severe mental illness. Therefore, in order to understand the lived experiences and challenges faced by primary caretakers, a qualitative study was conducted to assess the psycho-social problems faced by primary caretakers of the mentally ill persons under 2 domains: psychological …
Published in International Journal of Neurological Nursing · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 1–10 Read article
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Awareness of Primary Care Givers of Mentally Ill Patients Regarding Mental Health Services
Abstract: Mental health is defined as the psychological state of someone functioning at a satisfactory level of emotional and behavioral adjustments. And a condition which distorts this state is called mental illness1. The WHO relates mental health services as that related to the promotion of wellbeing, the prevention of mental disorders and the treatment and rehabilitation of people affected by mental disorders. Objectives: To assess the level of awareness regarding mental …
Published in International Journal of Neurological Nursing · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 15–19 Read article
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A Study To Assess The Knowledge And Attitude Regarding Human Rights Of Mentally Ill Among The Staff Nurses Working In Selected Hospital For Mental Health Of Gujarat State With A View To Develop An Information Booklet
Abstract: The study was aimed to assess the knowledge and attitude regarding Human Rights of Mentally ill among the Staff Nurses working in selected hospital for mental health of Gujarat state. A descriptive cross-sectional survey design was implied in the study. Convenient sampling method was used to select 100 samples. A 40 question Structured Knowledge Questionnaire was used to assess knowledge and 20 question Likert Attitude Scale was used to assess …
Published in International Journal of Neurological Nursing · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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A Study to Assess the Knowledge on Mental Illness
Abstract: Mental illness is a significant contributor to world disease burden, and this is expected to enhance over the coming decades. Worldwide educational campaigns need to be implemented across the region, designed to both enhance knowledge about mental illness and reduce discrimination towards persons suffering with mental illness. Aim: This article focuses on the estimation of knowledge on mental illness. Methods: Non-experimental descriptive research design was selected for the present study. …
Published in International Journal of Neurological Nursing · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 33–34 Read article
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A study to assess the effectiveness of pyschoeducation on knowledge regarding ect among the caregivers of mentally ill at selected tertiary teaching hospital, kuppam, chittoor district, andhrapradesh
Abstract: Back ground of the study: This study aimed to investigate the level of understanding among patients and caregivers regarding Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT), a safe and effective treatment for major psychiatric disorders. The objective was to assess how psychoeducation improved knowledge about ECT among caregivers of mentally ill individuals at tertiary teaching hospitals in Andhra Pradesh. Methods: The study used a pre-experimental design with a one-group pre-test-post-test approach. A total of …
Published in International journal of Nursing Science Practice and Research · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Assess Attitude and Beliefs Towards Role of Magico-Religious and Supernatural Influences in Mental Illness Among Care Givers of Psychiatry Patient Attended in Selected Mental Hospital, Palanpur, Gujarat
Abstract: Background: The term magical-religious is commonly used to describe beliefs prevalent in a particular culture concerning various supernatural influences operating in the environment. In Indian sub-continent magico-religious beliefs are frequently conjectured as causal explanations of mental illnesses, and consequently services of “faith healers” are often sought for treatment of mental disorders. Objectives:(1) To assess attitude and beliefs among care givers of psychiatry patient towards magico-religious and supernatural influence in mental …
Published in International journal of Nursing Science Practice and Research · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 76–80 Read article
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Knowledge and Attitude towards Mental Illness among Adolescents in Selected Schools Tumakuru
Abstract: Adolescents are at risk of developing mental illness due to rapid changes physical and mental development. They need appropriate guidance and support in building sound physical and mental health. Hence the investigator felt that, there is need to assess Knowledge and attitude towards mental illness among adolescents with view to develop information booklet on Prevention of mental illness. Settings and Design: A descriptive survey design was adopted for the present …
Published in International Journal of Neurological Nursing · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 18–21 Read article
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Effectiveness of Information Booklet on Knowledge on Prevention of Mental Illness and Related Stigma among the Attendants of Admitted Patient to Psychiatric Department of MKCG MCH Berhampur
Abstract: Background: Stigma discrimination and neglect prevent care of people with mental disorders. 1 in 5 people experience mental illness during their life time. It is very much essential for the relatives of mentally ill persons are expected to know about prevention of mental illness and its related stigma. Objectives: Objectives of the study were to assess the effectiveness of information booklet on knowledge on prevention of mental illness and related …
Published in International journal of Nursing Science Practice and Research · Vol. 0, Issue 0, 2020 · pp. 18s–26s Read article
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To Assess the Suicide Prevention Knowledge Among Caregivers of Mentally Ill Patients in a Selected Kottayam Hospital
Abstract: The study aimed to evaluate the awareness of suicide prevention among caregivers of mentally ill patients in a specific hospital located in Kottayam. The study had two main objectives: first, to gauge the level of knowledge among caregivers regarding suicide prevention for mentally ill patients, and second, to examine the relationship between this knowledge and certain demographic factors. The research involved 30 caregivers of mentally ill patients who attended both …
Published in International Journal of Neurological Nursing · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 23–28 Read article
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A Study to Assess Psychiatric Nurses Attitude and Practice Toward Physical Restraint Among Mentally Ill Patients
Abstract: Aim: This study was to assess psychiatric nurses’ attitude and practice toward physical restraint among mentally ill patients. Methods: A descriptive research design was used to achieve the study objective. The present study was carried out in three specialized governmental mental hospitals and two psychiatric wards in general hospital. A convenient purposive sample of 96 nurses was included in the study. The tool used for data collection was the self-administered …
Published in International Journal of Neurological Nursing · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 62–72 Read article
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Knowledge and Attitude of Caregivers of Patients with Affective Disorders
Abstract: Mental disorders are widely recognized as a major contributor to the global burden of disease worldwide. In this affective disorders or mood disorders are more prominent, affecting about one in ten thousand during their life time. Caregivers are one of the three basic components of treatment along with the patient and healthcare professionals. Attitude and beliefs regarding mental illness are moulded by personal knowledge, knowing and interacting with those living …
Published in International journal of Nursing Science Practice and Research · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 23–27 Read article
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Mental Healthcare Act 2017: An Overview with Issues
Abstract: There is no health without mental health. National Mental Health Survey cited a commonness of 13.7% lifetime and 10.6% current mental bleakness. To address this mammoth issue, an optimistic law was sanctioned titled "Mental Healthcare Act, 2017" (MHCA 2017). The demonstration is dynamic and rights situated in nature. The entire committed Chapter 5 on “Rights of Persons with Mental Illness” is the substance of this enactment. Be that as it …
Published in International Journal of Neurological Nursing · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 66–75 Read article
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Effect of Ward Atmosphere on Everyday Life of Hospitalized Psychiatric Patients: Patients’ Perspectives
Abstract: Ward atmosphere has long been viewed as a potentially important factor underlying the efficacy of psychiatric inpatient facilities to promote recovery through a process of encouraging individual empowerment and respect for the mentally ill patient as a consumer and partner. Aim: this study aimed to explain the effect of ward atmosphere on everyday life of hospitalized psychiatric patients as perceived by patients. Methods: sequential explanatory design was utilized in this …
Published in International Journal of Neurological Nursing · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 65–76 Read article
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Delay in Seeking Mental Health: Concept Analysis
Abstract: Objective: Delay seeking mental health has been mentioned in passive mode hence this concept wants to realise when we can say there is delay. Around the world management of mental conditions is being taken as a priority, but the background of when these conditions started has not been dealt on much. Methods: A concept analysis of delay in seeking mental health services was done using 8 steps of Walker and …
Published in International Journal of Neurological Nursing · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 39–46 Read article
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Walking Corpse Syndrome: A Review
Abstract: Cotard's syndrome, also known as walking corpse syndrome, is a mental illness that affects a relatively small percentage of people. Since 1882, reports of the syndrome have been recorded. The disorder was first referred to as a psychiatric disease of variable severity by the neurologist Jules Cotard in 1880. This uncommon syndrome frequently co-occurs with dementia in people with depression, schizophrenia, and psychotic disorders brought on by a general medical …
Published in International Journal of Cardiovascular Nursing · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 12–15 Read article
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Factitious disorder
Abstract: Factitious disorder is a condition in which an individual approaches to healthcare professionals seeking investigation and treatment for signs and symptoms that they have consciously fabricated. Factitious disorder is a mental disorder in which an individual intentionally produces or inflates the physical or mental illness to attain sympathy, attention from others; the individual is prepared to endure painful or risky tests and create self as ill or injured. It can …
Published in International Journal of Neurological Nursing · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 85–91 Read article
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Rethinking Student Hostels for Mental Health and Holistic Living
Abstract: The escalating issue of mental illness among students has emerged as a serious issue in learning spaces globally, with India being no exception. The hostel, in most cases, is viewed only as a shelter, but it assumes much more significant functions in shaping the psychological and emotional lives of students. With intensifying academic and social demands, the physical environment of these hostels is inadequately equipped to cater to the comprehensive …
Published in International Journal of Housing and Human Settlement Planning · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 44–57 Read article
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Useful Medicinal Operative: Innovative Formulation of Zoloft
Abstract: A highly effective antidepressant is active metabolite hydrochloride. Zoloft is one of those drugs with one or even more asymmetrical centres where the biological effects of the isomers vary significantly from one another. Depression, dependence, and other anxiety-related illnesses are all treated with sertraline hydrochloride, which selectively blocks serotonine reuptake. The preferred configurations should typically be created as early as feasible in the biosynthesis of sertraline, which has two asymmetric …
Published in International Journal of Composite Materials and Matrices · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 19–22 Read article