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  1. The association between fear of missing out and mobile phone addiction: a meta-analysis
    Zhang Y, Shang S, Tian L, Zhu L, Zhang W
    BMC Psychol, 2023 Oct 17;11(1):338.
    PMID: 37848985 DOI: 10.1186/s40359-023-01376-z
    BACKGROUND: Numerous studies have explored the association between fear of missing out and mobile phone addiction, but there are different viewpoints and the results are inconsistent. This study intends to estimate the strength of the correlation between fear of missing out and mobile phone addiction in general through a meta-analysis, and to analyze the influencing factors of the inconsistent results of previous studies.

    METHODS: We Searched China National Knowledge Infrastructure Database, Wan fang Database, CQVIP Journal Database、Web of Science Core Collection, Elsevier SD, Springer Online Journals, Medline, EBSCO-ERIC, SAGE Online Journals, PsycINFO, PsycArticles and ProQuest Dissertations and Theses。85 studies (90 independent effect size) were included from 2016 to 2023。The pooled correlation coefficient of the association between fear of missing out and mobile phone addiction was calculated by a random effects model using Comprehensive Meta-Analysis(Version 3.3).

    RESULTS: The main effect analysis revealed a high positive correlation between fear of missing out and mobile phone addiction (r = 0.47, 95%CI [0.44, 0.50]). Furthermore, the measurements of mobile phone addiction moderated the strength of the association between fear of missing out and mobile phone addiction, with the highest correlation measured using MPATS and the lowest correlation measured using MPDQ. The age, gender, year of publication, cultural background, and the measurements of fear of missing out had no significant effect on the correlation between fear of missing out and mobile phone addiction.

    CONCLUSION: The results indicated that fear of missing out was closely related to mobile phone addiction, which complied with the I-PACE model. Psychological services and mental health services should be developed to reduce the emergence of fear of missing out in the digital age and thus alleviate dependence on devices.

    Matched MeSH terms: Mental Health Services*
  2. The extension of mental health care in Kelantan
    Yeoh OH
    Med J Malaysia, 1979 Jun;33(4):289-93.
    PMID: 522738
    Matched MeSH terms: Mental Health Services/manpower; Mental Health Services/utilization*
  3. Malaysian child psychiatric practice: a pragmatic and rational approach
    Yeoh KL, Ong SB
    Aust N Z J Psychiatry, 1982 Jun;16(2):61-6.
    PMID: 6957184
    A pragmatic and rational approach to the management of five child psychiatric cases in Malaysia is briefly reviewed. The significance of sociocultural factors in treating these cases within the context of a rapidly developing plural society is emphasized. The implications of overemphasis on educational and material achievements are noted.
    Matched MeSH terms: Community Mental Health Services/utilization
  4. Fulltext Psychiatric emergency service in a Malaysian general hospital
    Woon TH, Loke KH
    Singapore Med J, 1984 Jun;25(3):161-4.
    PMID: 6484584
    In February to March 1982 at the psychiatric emergency service of the University Hospital, Kuala Lumpur, some data on 491 patients (92% of 531 patients seen) were collected. Two-hundred and eighty-three patients had received psychiatric treatment and 65 had previously received medical treatment. Fifty-three per cent of the patients have schizophrenic disorders, 5.1% had situational reactions and 1.63% had chronic alcoholism. Of the 111 patients presented with either physical complaints or insomnia, eleven of them were admitted to the psychiatric wards. Three-hundred and eleven patients were followed-up in the psychiatric outpatient clinics. The availability of a psychiatric emergency service in a general hospital can contribute towards early psychiatric case findings and preventive Intervention. II provides an opportunity for liaison and consultation with other medical colleagues in the care of patients with physical complaints and attempted suicides.

    Study site: Universiti Malaya Medical Centre (UMMC)
    Matched MeSH terms: Mental Health Services/supply & distribution*
  5. Fulltext Perception of Community Pharmacists in Malaysia About Mental Healthcare and Barriers to Providing Pharmaceutical Care Services to Patients with Mental Disorders
    Wong YX, Khan TM, Wong ZJ, Ab Rahman AF, Jacob SA
    Community Ment Health J, 2020 01;56(1):88-98.
    PMID: 31667692 DOI: 10.1007/s10597-019-00496-4
    The aim of this study was to assess community pharmacists' (CPs) perceptions toward mental healthcare, and the barriers faced in providing pharmaceutical care (PC) services to these patients. A 40-item survey was posted to CPs. Ninety-six pharmacists participated. The majority (84.2%) agreed there is a role for CPs to play in mental health care, while approximately 60% agreed it is their responsibility to provide PC to these patients. The biggest barrier to providing this service is the lack of knowledge, cited by close to 50% of respondents. This corresponds with the revelation that close to 60% believe that they have a poor or fair understanding of mental disorders. About 30% of respondents said they do not stock psychotropic drugs at all, mainly due to medico-legal reasons, and low prescription requests. Our findings highlight the need for more training of CPs in managing patients with mental disorders.
    Matched MeSH terms: Mental Health Services
  6. A systematic review of anxiety prevalence in adults within primary care and community settings in Malaysia
    Wong CH, Sultan Shah ZU, Teng CL, Lin TQ, Majeed ZA, Chan CW
    Asian J Psychiatr, 2016 Dec;24:110-117.
    PMID: 27931891 DOI: 10.1016/j.ajp.2016.08.020
    BACKGROUND: Anxiety disorders are common mental health disorders with significant impact on the individual as well as burden on the country as a whole.
    METHODS: A systematic review of databases, reference lists, internet sources, and input from content experts revealed 42 studies that documented the prevalence of anxiety symptoms or disorders. 12 of these studies specifically evaluated anxiety disorders.
    RESULTS: 4 studies looked at the prevalence of anxiety disorders in the general population, whilst the remainder focused on selected population groups: university students (4 studies); substance abuse (3 studies); and victims of abuse (1 study). Studies in the general population showed that the prevalence of generalised anxiety disorder was 0.4-5.6%, mixed anxiety and depression were 3-5%, panic without agoraphobia 0.4%, phobia unspecified 0.5-%, and anxiety not-otherwise-specified 0.3-6.5%. We found significant variability in anxiety disorders in the studies in selected population groups. The variability could also have been affected by methodological factors within each study.
    CONCLUSION: This study provides a broad overview of the prevalence of anxiety disorders in Malaysia. More research is required to develop diagnostic instruments that are validated for local use and comparable with international standards. Reliable prevalence estimates are lacking within certain groups, e.g. those in rural, indigenous, migrant population groups and those exposed to natural disasters.
    Matched MeSH terms: Community Mental Health Services/statistics & numerical data*
  7. Mental health in Asia: social improvements and challenges
    Tseng WS, Ebata K, Kim KI, Krahl W, Kua EH, Lu Q, et al.
    Int J Soc Psychiatry, 2001;47(1):8-23.
    PMID: 11322408
    Remarkable improvements in economic conditions and a considerable upgrade in the quality of life have been observed in many parts of Asia during the past several decades. At the same time, many mental health challenges face the people of Asia. Various social mental health indexes are reviewed here, with available data from China, Japan, Korea, Singapore, Malaysia, and other Asian societies. The data are compared with data from the United States, Australia in the Pacific Rim, and some other Western countries to examine patterns of similarity or difference between East and West in the process of modernization. Common trends in mental health issues associated with rapid sociocultural change observed in different Asian societies are discussed, as well as the relative shortage of mental health personnel available in many Asian societies. It is emphasized that, in addition to expanding psychiatric services, there is an even more urgent need to promote mental health knowledge and concern through education in the general population. Mental health needs to be cultivated and maintained by social forces and cultural strengths. It is stressed that there is a challenge for Asian people to advance mental health beyond economic development in the 21st century.
    Matched MeSH terms: Mental Health Services/organization & administration*; Mental Health Services/standards; Mental Health Services/trends
  8. Referrals to a psychiatric clinic in West Malaysia
    Teoh JI, Kinzie JD, Tan ES
    Int J Soc Psychiatry, 1973;18(4):301-7.
    PMID: 4720845
    Matched MeSH terms: Community Mental Health Services*
  9. Some clinical problems of a psychiatric day centre
    Teoh CL, Woon TH, Sim SH
    Med J Malaysia, 1973 Dec;28(2):80-3.
    PMID: 4276264
    Matched MeSH terms: Community Mental Health Services*
  10. Growing wealth and growing pains: child and adolescent psychiatry in Hong Kong, Malaysia and Singapore
    Tan S, Fung D, Hung SF, Rey J
    Australas Psychiatry, 2008 Jun;16(3):204-9.
    PMID: 18568628 DOI: 10.1080/10398560701874283
    Several Asian regions have undergone a dramatic transformation, some becoming very affluent. This paper aims to ascertain how countries that are becoming wealthy have dealt with child and adolescent mental health issues.
    Matched MeSH terms: Mental Health Services/supply & distribution; Mental Health Services/utilization*
  11. The treatment outcome of psychotic disorders by traditional healers in central Sudan
    Sorketti EA, Zainal NZ, Habil MH
    Int J Soc Psychiatry, 2013 Jun;59(4):365-76.
    PMID: 22433242 DOI: 10.1177/0020764012437651
    Alternative and traditional healing methods are common and popular in Sudan, particularly for treating people with mental disorders, but little information is available about the outcome of theses traditional healing approaches.
    Matched MeSH terms: Mental Health Services
  12. Fulltext Role of modified assertive community treatment (ACT) in maintaining stability in patients with dual diagnosis: a case report
    Siti Rohana, A.H., Marhani, M.
    Malaysian Journal of Psychiatry, 2013;22(2):80-83.
    MyJurnal
    This case report highlights the role of hospital-based modified assertive community treatment (ACT) in maintaining stability in a patient with dual diagnosis. We report a case of a middle-aged Indian gentleman who had schizophrenia with co-morbid alcohol abuse presented with multiple relapses, with recurrent suicidal attempts and criminal behaviour during his relapse episodes. After stabilisation of his most recent acute episode in hospital, the patient was followed-up by the community mental health team (CMHT). He was able to maintain in remission and stay free from alcohol, suicidality and criminal behaviour when provided ACT. The hospital-based modified ACT is proven to be effective in the management of this patient with co-morbidities and complications to sustain remission and prevent relapses.
    Matched MeSH terms: Community Mental Health Services
  13. Fulltext Experiences and challenges in mental health research and practice during COVID-19: Perspectives from emerging psychologists across five countries
    Simon PD, Adams C, Goh MCW, Suhaimi AF, Hassem T
    Asian J Psychiatr, 2021 Nov;65:102813.
    PMID: 34419720 DOI: 10.1016/j.ajp.2021.102813
    Matched MeSH terms: Mental Health Services*
  14. Beyond psychiatry: motivations for considering an Australian wellbeing program within Malaysian health services
    Silim UA, Suhaimi AF, Moore G, Ryan B, Castle DJ
    Australas Psychiatry, 2019 Jun;27(3):262-266.
    PMID: 30931582 DOI: 10.1177/1039856219834074
    OBJECTIVES: To explore the relevance and adaptability of the Optimal Health Program for mental and primary healthcare providers in Malaysia.

    METHODS: Evaluate stakeholder engagement and training programme for psychiatrists, family medicine specialists, public health specialists, physicians, clinical psychologists, counsellors, and representatives from a patient support group. Evaluate the programme for applicability, as well as participant's knowledge and confidence in using key components.

    RESULTS: The training was very well received in terms of content, training materials and facilitation style. Development of culturally specific materials will be needed. Improvement in the self-rating measurement for knowledge and confidence in using key Optimal Health Program components was reported at the completion of the 2-day training.

    CONCLUSIONS: The Optimal Health Program has potential as a comprehensive socio-culturally responsive self-management programme that is relevant within mental health services and adaptable for task-sharing of mental health care in Malaysia.

    Matched MeSH terms: Mental Health Services/organization & administration*
  15. Modified assertive community treatment: effectiveness on hospitalization and length of stay
    Razali SM, Hashim MA
    Community Ment Health J, 2015 Feb;51(2):171-4.
    PMID: 25056686 DOI: 10.1007/s10597-014-9757-0
    The objective is to assess the efficacy of a modified Assertive Community treatment (ACT). This is a retrospective cross-sectional study with a comparative group. The study group was patients with schizophrenia who had completed modified ACT, while the control group was those who did not receive modified ACT. The final sample comprises 44 patients in each group. There was no significant difference between both groups in number of admissions and average length of stay. However, in the modified ACT group there was a significant reduction in the number of admissions after the intervention. In conclusion readmission rate was significantly reduced following modified ACT intervention.
    Matched MeSH terms: Community Mental Health Services*
  16. Fulltext Psychiatrists and folk healers in Malaysia
    Razali MS
    World Health Forum, 1995;16(1):56-8.
    PMID: 7873026
    Contrasting beliefs often make cooperation between folk healers and modern doctors seem impossible. In the field of mental health, where communication is of such central importance, better mutual understanding is especially desirable. After reviewing the complexities involved, the author makes some suggestions on how the two kinds of practitioner could help each other.
    Matched MeSH terms: Mental Health Services/organization & administration
  17. Clinical use of mood stabilizers with antidepressants in Asia: Report from the Research on Asian Psychotropic Prescription Patterns for Antidepressants (REAP-AD) Projects in 2004 and 2013
    Rajaratnam K, Xiang YT, Tripathi A, Chiu HF, Si TM, Chee KY, et al.
    J Clin Psychopharmacol, 2017 Apr;37(2):255-259.
    PMID: 28146001 DOI: 10.1097/JCP.0000000000000670
    OBJECTIVE: As most reports concerning treatment with combinations of mood stabilizer (MS) with antidepressant (AD) drugs are based in the West, we surveyed characteristics of such cotreatment in 42 sites caring for the mentally ill in 10 Asian countries.
    METHODS: This cross-sectional, pharmacoepidemiologic study used 2004 and 2013 data from the REAP-AD (Research Study on Asian Psychotropic Prescription Patterns for Antidepressants) to evaluate the rates and doses of MSs given with ADs and associated factors in 4164 psychiatric patients, using standard bivariate methods followed by multivariable logistic regression modeling.
    RESULTS: Use of MS + AD increased by 104% (5.5% to 11.2%) between 2004 and 2013 and was much more associated with diagnosis of bipolar disorder than major depression or anxiety disorder, as well as with hospitalization > outpatient care, psychiatric > general-medical programs, and young age (all P < 0.001), but not with country, sex, or AD dose.

    CONCLUSIONS: The findings provide a broad picture of contemporary use of MSs with ADs in Asia, support predictions that such treatment increased in recent years, and was associated with diagnosis of bipolar disorder, treatment in inpatient and psychiatric settings, and younger age.
    Matched MeSH terms: Mental Health Services/statistics & numerical data*
  18. Fulltext Remission of symptoms among schizophrenia patients receiving assertive community treatment (ACT) in Malaysia: one year follow-up
    Rahima Dahlan, Marhani Midin, Hatta Sidi
    Sains Malaysiana, 2013;42:389-397.
    Assertive community treatment (ACT) is one of the most important elements of mental health care reform in Malaysia. Many studies worldwide have reliably found that ACT has positive impact on several outcome domains such as reduced hospitalization rate, improvement of symptoms and quality of life. This study aimed to assess the outcome of ACT in the aspect of symptom remission and its influencing factors among patients with schizophrenia in the urban city of Kuala Lumpur. A cross sectional study was conducted on 155 patients with schizophrenia who received ACT in Hospital Kuala Lumpur (HKL). The selection was made by simple random sampling. The abbreviated Brief Psychiatric Rating Scale (BPRS) was used to determine the status of symptom remission. The socio demographic and relevant clinical data were also assessed. A total of 76% (118) was noted to be in remission. According to logistic regression, the strongest predictor of patients receiving ACT with symptom remission was having good social support (p<0.001) and with higher educational level (p=0.024). The study revealed the effectiveness of ACT in terms of high prevalence of patients with symptom remission. This was despite the model of ACT being studied not fulfilling all fidelity measurements of the standard version of the service. The finding would hopefully act as a propeller for further development in this service area. However, the study
    needs to be replicated through studies with better designs and involving more psychiatric centers.
    Matched MeSH terms: Community Mental Health Services
  19. Well-being and needs of Malay carers of people with mental illness in Singapore
    Poon AWC, Abdul Wahab N, Salim R, Ow R
    Health Soc Care Community, 2021 01;29(1):164-174.
    PMID: 32619086 DOI: 10.1111/hsc.13079
    Despite the importance of carers supporting the lives of people with mental illness, there are limited studies investigating the well-being and needs of Malay carers in multicultural Singapore. The Malays consist of 13.4% of Singapore's population. A mixed methods qualitative dominant research approach was used to explore the well-being and needs of Malay carers in a voluntary welfare organisation. The Kessler-10, Friendship Scale and Carers' and Users' Expectations of Services-Carer version were used to assess the needs and well-being of 17 Malay carers. Findings show that Malay carers experienced poor well-being and had numerous unmet needs. Four main themes were found: (a) Concerns related to relatives with mental illness, (b) Mental health practices related to carers, (c) Holistic support for carers and (d) Preference for greater spiritual support in mental health. Recovery-oriented mental health practice implications are discussed. Spirituality of Malay carers needs to be given greater consideration in recovery-oriented mental health services.
    Matched MeSH terms: Mental Health Services*
  20. Fulltext Help-seeking pathways for in-patients with first-episode psychosis in Hospital Kuala Lumpur
    Phang CK, Marhani M, Salina AA
    Malaysian Journal of Medicine and Health Sciences, 2011;7(2):37-44.
    MyJurnal
    Introduction: Help-seeking pathway in psychiatry is the important link between the onset of a mental disorder and mental health service provision. Understanding of the help-seeking pathway can help us to device more effective strategies for early detection and treatment.
    Objectives: To determine the help-seeking pathways and treatment delaying factors of in-patients with first-episode psychosis in Hospital Kuala Lumpur (HKL). Methods: This is a hospital-based cross-sectional descriptive study of 50 in-patients with first-episode psychosis in HKL. Structured Clinical Interview for DSM-IV - Clinical Version for Axis I Disorders (SCID-CV) was used for establishing diagnosis. Socio-demographic data, information on help-seeking pathways, and treatment delaying factors were determined through face-to-face interview and semi-structured questionnaires.
    Results: The number of non-psychiatric helpseeking
    contacts prior to first consultation with psychiatric service ranged from 0 to 10. The mean number of contacts was 2.3 ( 2.6), and median was 1 (IQR = 0 to 3). About a third of them (32%) had three or more non-psychiatric contacts. The most common point of first non-psychiatric contact was with traditional healer 24 (48%), followed by general practitioners 12 (24%), and only 14 (28%) of them sought help directly from psychiatric service. The most common reason reported for delay in seeking psychiatric treatment was, “not aware that changes were related to mental illness” (74%).
    Conclusions: History of contacts with traditional healers was common among in-patients with first episode psychosis in HKL. Treatment delay was mainly contributed by factors related to lack of awareness on psychosis. More strategic mental health education program is needed for early detection and treatment of psychosis.
    Matched MeSH terms: Mental Health Services
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