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View article: Psychiatric Medications Procurement at Primary Health Centers (PHCs) in Tumkur: Insights from an Effectiveness Implementation Hybrid Randomized Controlled Trial on Mental Health Tele-mentoring of Primary Care Doctors (PCDs)
Psychiatric Medications Procurement at Primary Health Centers (PHCs) in Tumkur: Insights from an Effectiveness Implementation Hybrid Randomized Controlled Trial on Mental Health Tele-mentoring of Primary Care Doctors (PCDs) Open
Background: Psychiatric disorders contribute significantly to the global burden of disease, especially in rural areas with limited healthcare resources. Psychiatric medications are essential for managing these conditions, but their availab…
View article: An Effectiveness-implementation Hybrid Cluster Randomized Controlled Trial to Evaluate Add-on Online Mental Health Training for Primary Care Doctors in Influencing Their Management of Commonly Prevalent Psychiatric Disorders: Description of the Methodology
An Effectiveness-implementation Hybrid Cluster Randomized Controlled Trial to Evaluate Add-on Online Mental Health Training for Primary Care Doctors in Influencing Their Management of Commonly Prevalent Psychiatric Disorders: Description of the Methodology Open
Background: Building capacity in primary mental healthcare supports effective task-shifting and sharing. Using technology in this context offers convenience and scalability. Methods: We describe the methodology of a novel effectiveness-imp…
View article: A scoping review of scales and instruments to assess satisfaction in treatment-seeking geriatric population
A scoping review of scales and instruments to assess satisfaction in treatment-seeking geriatric population Open
Background and Aim: Assessment of treatment satisfaction through scales and instruments enables to quantify the varied aspects of satisfaction, on which interventional pursuits can be based. The aim of this study is to find out the validat…
View article: Consequences of medical negligence and litigations on health care providers – A narrative review
Consequences of medical negligence and litigations on health care providers – A narrative review Open
Medical professionals face high stress due to the type of work they do and the prolonged working hours. Frequent burnout results due to the challenging nature of their work. Added to the stress of work, malpractice lawsuits add to their bu…
View article: Clinical Practice Guidelines for Assessment and Management of Patients with Borderline Personality Disorder
Clinical Practice Guidelines for Assessment and Management of Patients with Borderline Personality Disorder Open
INTRODUCTION Delimitation of the topic and target group This guideline uses the fifth edition of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5) diagnosis of "borderline personality disorder".[1] The guideline is intended…
View article: COVID-19 and Women’s Mental Health during a Pandemic – A Scoping Review
COVID-19 and Women’s Mental Health during a Pandemic – A Scoping Review Open
The novel coronavirus disease (COVID-19) has infected more than 10 million people globally, and it caused more than 500 thousand deaths. Researchers have highlighted the need for early detection and intervention for psychological ill effec…
View article: Change in substance use patterns and behaviors due to COVID-19 and related restrictions among patients seeking treatment for substance use
Change in substance use patterns and behaviors due to COVID-19 and related restrictions among patients seeking treatment for substance use Open
Background: Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) and related restrictions have affected individuals with opioid use disorders who are on treatment by affecting the opioid agonist treatment services worldwide. The study aimed to assess the c…
View article: Suicide in the context of infodemic during COVID-19 pandemic: A global perspective
Suicide in the context of infodemic during COVID-19 pandemic: A global perspective Open
Surges of technology use along with limited interpersonal interactions have led to the amplification and dissemination of false information during the COVID-19 pandemic. Infodemic refers to an overabundance of information that may have inc…
View article: Response to “Sociodemographic profile and pattern of substance abusers
Response to “Sociodemographic profile and pattern of substance abusers Open
Dear Editor, We have read the article titled "Sociodemographic profile and pattern of substance abusers: A retrospective study to unveil the public health problem of Punjab" – A critical appraisal by Randhawa et al. (2020)[1] with great in…
View article: Free Papers Compiled
Free Papers Compiled Open
Major depression and bipolar disorder are common conditions with substantial negative consequences for sufferers. Understanding the biological changes associated with these conditions is a major research priority, and a better understandin…
View article: "ABERRANT" NEURONAL STIMULATION AND "CANNABIS PSYCHOSIS" - HYPOTHESIS TO A BIOLOGICAL PLAUSIBILITY!
"ABERRANT" NEURONAL STIMULATION AND "CANNABIS PSYCHOSIS" - HYPOTHESIS TO A BIOLOGICAL PLAUSIBILITY! Open
Western democracies continue to 'legalize recreational cannabis use' after its 'medicinal approval', while India continues to debate whether to 'decriminalize' cannabis or not. One of the strongest arguments against cannabis decriminalizat…
View article: Partially empty sella with generalized epileptiform discharges presented as manic episode in an elderly female
Partially empty sella with generalized epileptiform discharges presented as manic episode in an elderly female Open
Sir, Epidemiological studies have shown that the first episode of mania is rare among the elderly.[12] There is no consensus guideline for older age bipolar disorder (OABD), but organic causes should be ruled out in all OABDs.[3] Pituitary…
View article: COVID-19 and the Role of Mental Health Professionals
COVID-19 and the Role of Mental Health Professionals Open
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View article: Protecting Healthcare Workers From COVID-19 and the Assaulting Society: Indian Perspective
Protecting Healthcare Workers From COVID-19 and the Assaulting Society: Indian Perspective Open
The novel Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) pandemic has created a massive burden on Healthcare Workers (HCWs). Working in a potentially infectious environment, HCWs are at higher risk of physical and psychological illnesses. However, providi…
View article: Attitude to telemedicine in the times of <scp>COVID</scp>‐19 pandemic: Opinion of medical practitioners from <scp>I</scp>ndia
Attitude to telemedicine in the times of <span>COVID</span>‐19 pandemic: Opinion of medical practitioners from <span>I</span>ndia Open
The COVID-19 pandemic has brought forth a renewed focus on the role and relevance of telemedicine services.1-3 With lockdown putting constraints on travel, and emphasis on social distancing to prevent the spread of the virus, telemedicine …
View article: The changed psychiatric teaching landscape in the times of COVID-19
The changed psychiatric teaching landscape in the times of COVID-19 Open
Sir, The COVID-19 pandemic has resulted in substantial changes in the manner in which health-care services function.[1,2] It has also resulted in changes in the processes of medical teaching in India.[3] Social distancing, quarantines, pre…
View article: Patterns and predictors of self-harm in patients with substance-use disorder
Patterns and predictors of self-harm in patients with substance-use disorder Open
Background: Suicide is a growing health concern and causes significant health burden. Patients with substance use disorders represent an especially vulnerable population in terms of self-harm. Data on risk factors for self-harm in substanc…