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    Research on the Intervention Effect of Art-Making on the Anxiety Symptoms of College Students

    Qiuyue Wu1,2,3, Zhicheng Wang2, Tao Li2,3,*, Lu Wang1

    International Journal of Mental Health Promotion, Vol.25, No.11, pp. 1237-1243, 2023, DOI:10.32604/ijmhp.2023.046844 - 08 December 2023

    Abstract This research was to investigate the intervention effect of art-making on the anxiety symptoms of college students. A sample of 400 college students took part in this research. They were assigned to the experiment group (n = 200) and the control group (n = 200) according to Self-Rating Anxiety Scale (SAS) scores. Unlike the control group, the experiment group received a standard art-making program under the supervision of trained instructors for a period of twelve sessions two times weekly which was continued for six weeks. Self-Rating Anxiety Seale (SAS) and Hamilton Anxiety Scale (HAMA) were More >

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    Preventing Health Anxiety: The Role of Self-Evaluation, Sense of Coherence, Self-Rated Health and Perceived Social Support

    Sándor Csibi1, Mónika Csibi2,*, József Bognár1

    International Journal of Mental Health Promotion, Vol.25, No.10, pp. 1081-1088, 2023, DOI:10.32604/ijmhp.2023.029390 - 03 November 2023

    Abstract Background: Components of Self, completed with the perceived social support determine the individual differences in the evaluation of a stressor and the behavioral responses toward it, such as health-related anxiety. The study set as a goal the analysis of associations between the components of Self, such as self-evaluation, sense of coherence, perceived social support, and reported health-related anxiety in an adult sample. Methods: 147 adults from the 18–73 age group (mean age 37.5) voluntarily completed the questionnaire through Qualtrics online platform containing the Short Health Anxiety Inventory, Core Self-Evaluation Scale, Social Support Assessing Scale, and… More >

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    Ketone bodies and inflammation modulation: A mini-review on ketogenic diet’s potential mechanisms in mood disorders

    YAN ZHENG1,2, SIHUI MA3,4,*, KATSUHIKO SUZUKI4, HISANORI KATO3, HUIJUAN JIA3,*

    BIOCELL, Vol.47, No.8, pp. 1897-1906, 2023, DOI:10.32604/biocell.2023.027632 - 28 August 2023

    Abstract Mental disorders such as depression and anxiety inflict significant burdens on individuals and society. Commonly prescribed treatments often involve cognitive therapy and medications. However, for patients resistant to these conventional methods, alternative therapies like the Ketogenic Diet (KD) offer a promising avenue. KD and its key metabolite, β-hydroxybutyrate (BHB), have been hypothesized to alleviate mental disorders through anti-inflammatory actions, a crucial pathway in the pathophysiology of depression. This mini-review examines 15 clinical trials exploring the influence of KD and BHB on inflammation and their potential roles in managing mental disorders. Both human and animal studies More >

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    REVIEW

    Meaning in Life and Mental Health Issues in Older Adults: A Meta-Analysis

    Shu Nie1, Jiyoon Lim2, Xintian Xu3, Lei Zheng4, Yiqun Gan2,*

    International Journal of Mental Health Promotion, Vol.25, No.9, pp. 971-984, 2023, DOI:10.32604/ijmhp.2023.029155 - 10 August 2023

    Abstract This study aims to be the first to use meta-analysis to explore the relationship between meaning in life (MIL) and mental health issues among older adults. A meta-analysis was conducted using six databases, resulting in 16 studies with 5,074 participants in total. The “metacor” and “forestplot” packages in R-Studio were used for data analysis. The total effect was calculated using a random-effects model, with I² = 86% in the heterogeneity test. The results showed a moderate negative correlation between MIL and mental health issues among older adults, with an average effect of −0.37. Five potential… More >

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    ARTICLE

    Associations of Time Spent on Study and Sleep with Anxiety and Depressive Symptoms in Junior High School Students: Report from the Large-Scale Monitoring of Basic Education Data in China

    Hao Yao1, Shuzhen Chen2,*

    International Journal of Mental Health Promotion, Vol.25, No.9, pp. 1053-1065, 2023, DOI:10.32604/ijmhp.2023.028844 - 10 August 2023

    Abstract In the context of the COVID-19 pandemic and under the pressure of high competitiveness for higher education in China, junior high school students’ mental health is facing greater challenges. Understanding the time allocation of study and sleep is necessary for developing effective prevention and treatment programs. Based on a survey of 31,057 junior high school students in 47 junior high schools in Gansu Province, mainland China, the study analyzed the associations of time spent on study and sleep with anxiety and depressive symptoms among junior high school students through chi-square test, ANOVA, logistic regression model… More >

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    Investigating the Cognitive Control of Social Media-Anxious Users Using a Psychological Experimental Approach

    Baoqiang Zhang1,2, Ling Xiang3,4,*

    International Journal of Mental Health Promotion, Vol.25, No.7, pp. 863-871, 2023, DOI:10.32604/ijmhp.2023.027303 - 01 June 2023

    Abstract Social media has become increasingly popular and is now a significant tool for daily communication for many people. The use of social media can cause anxiety and have detrimental impacts on mental health. Cognitive impairment is more likely to affect individuals with anxiety. Investigating the cognitive abilities and mental health of social media users requires the development of new methodologies. This study employed the AX-Continuous Performance Test (AX-CPT) paradigm and the Stroop paradigm to study the cognitive control characteristics of trait anxiety, drawing on psychological experimental methods. Previous studies on whether trait anxiety impairs cognitive… More >

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    Study on the Relationship between Mental Health Literacy and Psychological Symptoms of University Students: Mediating Effect of Grit

    Yeo-Won Jeong1, Jung-Ha Kim2,*, Hyun-Kyeong Park3

    International Journal of Mental Health Promotion, Vol.25, No.7, pp. 813-821, 2023, DOI:10.32604/ijmhp.2023.027383 - 01 June 2023

    Abstract Background: The occurrence of mental health symptoms is higher in individuals aged between 18 and 24 years than in other age groups. Mental health literacy is derived from health literacy, and focuses on the knowledge, attitudes, and competencies that individuals need to acquire to manage their own health effectively. Low mental health literacy is associated with poorer mental health. Grit is also a known protective factor against mental disorders. Despite a heightened focus on mental health literacy and grit as important factors for decreasing mental health symptoms, knowledge of the effect of mental health literacy and… More >

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    Prevalence of Anxiety and Associated Factors among University Students: A Cross-Sectional Study in Japan

    Yoshikiyo Kanada1,#, Shota Suzumura1,2,#, Soichiro Koyama1, Kazuya Takeda1, Kenta Fujimura1, Takuma Ii1, Shigeo Tanabe1, Hiroaki Sakurai1,*

    International Journal of Mental Health Promotion, Vol.25, No.7, pp. 855-861, 2023, DOI:10.32604/ijmhp.2023.028956 - 01 June 2023

    Abstract Mental health difficulties can impact students’ motivation, focus, and ability to communicate with others. Students attending medical universities are more likely to experience anxiety, depression, and other mood changes for the first time. However, no study has examined their prevalence among Japanese rehabilitation students. This study investigated the prevalence of anxiety among Japanese rehabilitation students and aimed to identify its predictors. A cross-sectional study was conducted among 148 first-year physical and occupational therapy students at a private medical university in Japan in June 2022. Data on sociodemographic and personal characteristics, such as gender, age, subject… More >

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    The COVID-19 Pandemic: A Double Threat to Chinese Americans’ Mental Health

    Aoli Li1,#, Yan You1,2,#, Kunli Wu3, Huibin Shan4, Younglee Kim5, Qilian He1,*

    International Journal of Mental Health Promotion, Vol.25, No.6, pp. 783-797, 2023, DOI:10.32604/ijmhp.2023.026956 - 06 May 2023

    Abstract Objective: To explore the double psychosocial threats of the COVID-19 pandemic, targeted behavior toward Chinese Americans, and the correlates to their mental health. Methods: A quantitative, cross-sectional, and descriptive design was utilized by using a purposive convenience sample of 301 Chinese Americans over the age of 18 residing in the United States. Online data collection was conducted through the social media platform WeChat from April 8–21, 2021. Descriptive statistical analysis was used for the participants’ demographic characteristics, Multidimensional Scale of Perceived Social Support (MSPSS), Double Threat Situations, COVID-19 Racial Discrimination, and General Anxiety Disorder-7 (GAD-7). Stepwise logistic… More > Graphic Abstract

    The COVID-19 Pandemic: A Double Threat to Chinese Americans’ Mental Health

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    Exercise, Depression, and Anxiety in Young People: A Cross-Sectional Survey

    Meilin Huo1,*, Zhen Yang2

    International Journal of Mental Health Promotion, Vol.25, No.4, pp. 551-562, 2023, DOI:10.32604/ijmhp.2023.023406 - 01 March 2023

    Abstract Background: Depression and anxiety are highly prevalent among adolescents and have multiple negative effects on their physical and mental health. While exercise can reduce the symptoms of depression and anxiety, the relationship between mental disorders among American university students has been rarely reported. Accordingly, this study aimed to explore the association between exercise, depression and anxiety among American university students in the 2018–2019 academic year. Methods: In this cross-sectional study, the association between exercise, depression and anxiety was investigated in a large representative sample of American university students. In the 2018–2019 academic year, university students aged… More >

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