Introduction: Sickle cell anaemia is a hereditary disease that combines physical and psychological manifestations, including suicidal tendencies. So far, to our knowledge, no study has been conducted on suicidal behav...Introduction: Sickle cell anaemia is a hereditary disease that combines physical and psychological manifestations, including suicidal tendencies. So far, to our knowledge, no study has been conducted on suicidal behaviours among people with sickle cell disease in Cameroon. This is what justifies our study on the prevalence and factors related to suicidal behaviors in our study population. Methods: We conducted a cross-sectional, analytical study of 171 sickle cell patients aged from 12 years upwards who came to the sickle cell disease care service of the Laquintinie Hospital in Douala, over a period of 6 months, that is, from 1 January to 31 June 2022. Data were collected using a structured questionnaire with questions on suicidal behaviours based on the “MINI” (Mini International Neuropsychiatric Interview). The data were processed using the SPSS 26.0 software. The related factors were studied in both a bivariate and multivariate analysis. Results: Female sickle cell patients accounted for 60.2% of the sample. The mean age was 23.36 ± 8.42 years. Suicidal ideation was prevalent in 56% of cases and 13% attempted suicide. The factors most associated with suicidal ideation were: primary level of education (OR = 0.08 (0.09 - 0.79);p = 0.03), feeling unworthy of life (OR = 0.40 (0.08 - 1.96);p = 0.02), not often being considered by those around them (OR = 2.97 (1.26 - 6.99);p = 0.01), lack of family support (OR = 0.34 (0.15 - 0.77);p = 0.01). Meanwhile, the factors associated with suicide attempts were: the fact of being rarely exposed to suicide-related media (OR = 4.17 (1.40 - 71.80);p = 0.03), and a constant feeling of sadness when returning home (OR = 18.02 (1.59 - 20.55);p = 0.01). Conclusion: More than half of sickle cell patients had had suicidal thoughts and 1/6 had made at least one suicide attempt, women and young adults being the most concerned. It is therefore necessary to ensure optimum psychological care for patients with sickle cell disease.展开更多
目的探讨非自杀性自伤(non-suicidal self-injury,NSSI)青少年静息态功能磁共振成像下脑功能特征。方法采用病例对照研究设计,纳入NSSI青少年患者23例(NSSI组)与健康青少年18名(healthy control,HC组),进行静息态功能MRI扫描,分析NSSI组...目的探讨非自杀性自伤(non-suicidal self-injury,NSSI)青少年静息态功能磁共振成像下脑功能特征。方法采用病例对照研究设计,纳入NSSI青少年患者23例(NSSI组)与健康青少年18名(healthy control,HC组),进行静息态功能MRI扫描,分析NSSI组与HC组低频振幅(amplitude of low frequency fluctuation,ALFF)有差异的脑区,以差异脑区为种子点计算全脑功能连接(functional connectivity,FC),并分析NSSI组差异脑区的ALFF值与青少年非自杀性自伤行为评定问卷及汉密尔顿抑郁量表评分相关性。结果与HC组比较,NSSI组ALFF升高的脑区包括双侧杏仁核(x=-27,y=3,z=-24,t=2.492,P<0.05,FDR校正;x=27,y=3,z=-12,t=2.746,P<0.05,FDR校正)、右侧背外侧额上回(x=15,y=21,z=45,t=4.051,P<0.05,FDR校正)。以双侧杏仁核作为种子点分别计算全脑FC,与HC组比较,NSSI组左侧杏仁核与右侧前扣带回(t=3.352,P<0.05,FDR校正)、左侧前扣带回(t=2.843,P<0.05,FDR校正)、右侧丘脑(t=3.026,P<0.05,FDR校正)、左侧丘脑(t=2.352,P<0.05,FDR校正)FC强度增高,与左侧眶部额上回(t=-2.181,P<0.05,FDR校正)、左侧眶部额中回(t=-3.378,P<0.05,FDR校正)FC强度减低。NSSI组左侧杏仁核ALFF值与汉密尔顿抑郁量表评分呈正相关(r=0.627,P=0.004)。结论NSSI青少年静息态下多个脑区存在神经元异常活动,左侧杏仁核与多个脑区的FC存在异常,这可能是NSSI神经病理发病机制。展开更多
BACKGROUND Recently,a growing number of adolescents have been afflicted with mental disorders,with annual morbidity rates on the rise.This trend has been exacerbated by the global coronavirus disease 2019(COVID-19)pan...BACKGROUND Recently,a growing number of adolescents have been afflicted with mental disorders,with annual morbidity rates on the rise.This trend has been exacerbated by the global coronavirus disease 2019(COVID-19)pandemic,leading to a surge in suicide and self-harm rates among this demographic.AIM To investigate the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on adolescent bipolar disorder(BD),along with the underlying factors contributing to heightened rates of suicide and self-harm among adolescents.METHODS A comprehensive statistical analysis was conducted utilizing clinical interviews and self-reports obtained from patients or their guardians.Diagnostic criteria for BDs were based on the Diagnostic and statistical manual of mental disorders,international classification of diseases-11,and the National institute of mental health research domain criteria.Statistical analyses were performed using SPSS 26.0 software,with significance set at P<0.05.RESULTS A cohort of 171 adolescents diagnosed with BD between January 1,2018,and December 31,2022,was included in the analysis.The gender distribution was 2.8:1(female to male),with ages ranging from 11 to 18 years old.Major factors contributing to adolescent BDs included familial influences,academic stress,genetic predisposition and exposure to school-related violence.Notably,a significant increase in suicide attempts and self-harm incidents was observed among adolescents with BD during the COVID-19 pandemic.Statistical analysis indicated that the pandemic exacerbated familial discord and heightened academic stress,thereby amplifying the prevalence of suicidal behavior and self-harm among adolescents.CONCLUSION The COVID-19 pandemic has exacerbated familial tensions and intensified the incidence of suicide and self-harm among adolescents diagnosed with BD.This study underscores the urgent need for societal,familial and educational support systems to prioritize the well-being of adolescents and offers valuable insights and guidelines for the prevention,diagnosis and treatment of ad展开更多
BACKGROUND For children and adolescents,deliberate self-harm(DSH)is becoming a mental health problem of concern.Despite several studies on the prevalence and factors of DSH in the world,there is little information on ...BACKGROUND For children and adolescents,deliberate self-harm(DSH)is becoming a mental health problem of concern.Despite several studies on the prevalence and factors of DSH in the world,there is little information on DSH among children and adolescents in China.This study explores the prevalence,types,associated risk factors and tendency of DSH in pediatric psychiatric inpatients in China.AIM To understand the situation of DSH among hospitalized children and adolescents and its related factors.METHODS In this study,we retrospectively studied 1414 hospitalized children and adolescents with mental illness at Xiamen Mental Health Center from 2014 to 2019,extracted the demographic and clinical data of all patients,and analyzed clinical risk factors of DSH.RESULTS A total of 239(16.90%)patients engaged in at least one type of DSH in our study.Cutting(n=115,48.12%)was the most common type of DSH.Females(n=171,71.55%)were more likely to engage in DSH than males(n=68,28.45%).DSH was positively associated with depressive disorders[OR=3.845(2.196-6.732);P<0.01],female[OR=2.536(1.815-3.542);P<0.01],parental marital status[OR=5.387(2.254-12.875);P<0.01]and negative family history of psychiatric illness[OR=7.767(2.952-20.433);P<0.01],but not with occupation,substance use and history of physical abuse.CONCLUSION Our findings suggest that for patients with depression,females,an abnormal marriage of parents,and no history of mental illness,attention should be paid to the occurrence of DSH.展开更多
文摘Introduction: Sickle cell anaemia is a hereditary disease that combines physical and psychological manifestations, including suicidal tendencies. So far, to our knowledge, no study has been conducted on suicidal behaviours among people with sickle cell disease in Cameroon. This is what justifies our study on the prevalence and factors related to suicidal behaviors in our study population. Methods: We conducted a cross-sectional, analytical study of 171 sickle cell patients aged from 12 years upwards who came to the sickle cell disease care service of the Laquintinie Hospital in Douala, over a period of 6 months, that is, from 1 January to 31 June 2022. Data were collected using a structured questionnaire with questions on suicidal behaviours based on the “MINI” (Mini International Neuropsychiatric Interview). The data were processed using the SPSS 26.0 software. The related factors were studied in both a bivariate and multivariate analysis. Results: Female sickle cell patients accounted for 60.2% of the sample. The mean age was 23.36 ± 8.42 years. Suicidal ideation was prevalent in 56% of cases and 13% attempted suicide. The factors most associated with suicidal ideation were: primary level of education (OR = 0.08 (0.09 - 0.79);p = 0.03), feeling unworthy of life (OR = 0.40 (0.08 - 1.96);p = 0.02), not often being considered by those around them (OR = 2.97 (1.26 - 6.99);p = 0.01), lack of family support (OR = 0.34 (0.15 - 0.77);p = 0.01). Meanwhile, the factors associated with suicide attempts were: the fact of being rarely exposed to suicide-related media (OR = 4.17 (1.40 - 71.80);p = 0.03), and a constant feeling of sadness when returning home (OR = 18.02 (1.59 - 20.55);p = 0.01). Conclusion: More than half of sickle cell patients had had suicidal thoughts and 1/6 had made at least one suicide attempt, women and young adults being the most concerned. It is therefore necessary to ensure optimum psychological care for patients with sickle cell disease.
文摘目的探讨非自杀性自伤(non-suicidal self-injury,NSSI)青少年静息态功能磁共振成像下脑功能特征。方法采用病例对照研究设计,纳入NSSI青少年患者23例(NSSI组)与健康青少年18名(healthy control,HC组),进行静息态功能MRI扫描,分析NSSI组与HC组低频振幅(amplitude of low frequency fluctuation,ALFF)有差异的脑区,以差异脑区为种子点计算全脑功能连接(functional connectivity,FC),并分析NSSI组差异脑区的ALFF值与青少年非自杀性自伤行为评定问卷及汉密尔顿抑郁量表评分相关性。结果与HC组比较,NSSI组ALFF升高的脑区包括双侧杏仁核(x=-27,y=3,z=-24,t=2.492,P<0.05,FDR校正;x=27,y=3,z=-12,t=2.746,P<0.05,FDR校正)、右侧背外侧额上回(x=15,y=21,z=45,t=4.051,P<0.05,FDR校正)。以双侧杏仁核作为种子点分别计算全脑FC,与HC组比较,NSSI组左侧杏仁核与右侧前扣带回(t=3.352,P<0.05,FDR校正)、左侧前扣带回(t=2.843,P<0.05,FDR校正)、右侧丘脑(t=3.026,P<0.05,FDR校正)、左侧丘脑(t=2.352,P<0.05,FDR校正)FC强度增高,与左侧眶部额上回(t=-2.181,P<0.05,FDR校正)、左侧眶部额中回(t=-3.378,P<0.05,FDR校正)FC强度减低。NSSI组左侧杏仁核ALFF值与汉密尔顿抑郁量表评分呈正相关(r=0.627,P=0.004)。结论NSSI青少年静息态下多个脑区存在神经元异常活动,左侧杏仁核与多个脑区的FC存在异常,这可能是NSSI神经病理发病机制。
基金Local Special Projects in Major Health of Hubei Provincial Science and Technology Department,No.2022BCE054Key Scientific Research Projects of Hubei Polytechnic University,No.23xjz08A.
文摘BACKGROUND Recently,a growing number of adolescents have been afflicted with mental disorders,with annual morbidity rates on the rise.This trend has been exacerbated by the global coronavirus disease 2019(COVID-19)pandemic,leading to a surge in suicide and self-harm rates among this demographic.AIM To investigate the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on adolescent bipolar disorder(BD),along with the underlying factors contributing to heightened rates of suicide and self-harm among adolescents.METHODS A comprehensive statistical analysis was conducted utilizing clinical interviews and self-reports obtained from patients or their guardians.Diagnostic criteria for BDs were based on the Diagnostic and statistical manual of mental disorders,international classification of diseases-11,and the National institute of mental health research domain criteria.Statistical analyses were performed using SPSS 26.0 software,with significance set at P<0.05.RESULTS A cohort of 171 adolescents diagnosed with BD between January 1,2018,and December 31,2022,was included in the analysis.The gender distribution was 2.8:1(female to male),with ages ranging from 11 to 18 years old.Major factors contributing to adolescent BDs included familial influences,academic stress,genetic predisposition and exposure to school-related violence.Notably,a significant increase in suicide attempts and self-harm incidents was observed among adolescents with BD during the COVID-19 pandemic.Statistical analysis indicated that the pandemic exacerbated familial discord and heightened academic stress,thereby amplifying the prevalence of suicidal behavior and self-harm among adolescents.CONCLUSION The COVID-19 pandemic has exacerbated familial tensions and intensified the incidence of suicide and self-harm among adolescents diagnosed with BD.This study underscores the urgent need for societal,familial and educational support systems to prioritize the well-being of adolescents and offers valuable insights and guidelines for the prevention,diagnosis and treatment of ad
基金Supported by Shenzhen Fund for Guangdong Provincial High-level Clinical Key Specialties,No.SZGSP013Shenzhen Key Medical Discipline Construction Fund,No.SZXK042+2 种基金Sanming Project of Medicine in Shenzhen,No.SZSM202311025Natural Science Fund of Fujian Province,No.2023J011622Natural Science Fund of Xiamen City,No.3502Z20224ZD1259.
文摘BACKGROUND For children and adolescents,deliberate self-harm(DSH)is becoming a mental health problem of concern.Despite several studies on the prevalence and factors of DSH in the world,there is little information on DSH among children and adolescents in China.This study explores the prevalence,types,associated risk factors and tendency of DSH in pediatric psychiatric inpatients in China.AIM To understand the situation of DSH among hospitalized children and adolescents and its related factors.METHODS In this study,we retrospectively studied 1414 hospitalized children and adolescents with mental illness at Xiamen Mental Health Center from 2014 to 2019,extracted the demographic and clinical data of all patients,and analyzed clinical risk factors of DSH.RESULTS A total of 239(16.90%)patients engaged in at least one type of DSH in our study.Cutting(n=115,48.12%)was the most common type of DSH.Females(n=171,71.55%)were more likely to engage in DSH than males(n=68,28.45%).DSH was positively associated with depressive disorders[OR=3.845(2.196-6.732);P<0.01],female[OR=2.536(1.815-3.542);P<0.01],parental marital status[OR=5.387(2.254-12.875);P<0.01]and negative family history of psychiatric illness[OR=7.767(2.952-20.433);P<0.01],but not with occupation,substance use and history of physical abuse.CONCLUSION Our findings suggest that for patients with depression,females,an abnormal marriage of parents,and no history of mental illness,attention should be paid to the occurrence of DSH.
