Meng Wang¹, Onkei Lei^1,2, Frankie U Kei Wong¹, Water Soi Po Wong¹, Walter Heung Chin Hui¹, Gasper Chi Hong Leong¹, Wenze Fang^1,3, Zhaowei Kong^1,*

International Journal of Mental Health Promotion, Vol.27, No.3, pp. 363-378, 2025, DOI:10.32604/ijmhp.2025.060875 - 31 March 2025

Abstract Background: This study evaluated physical fitness and mental health in young and elderly women 3 months after mild COVID-19 infection, and examined the impact of infection and age on long COVID occurrence and trajectory. Methods: There were 213 eligible female volunteers (107 young, 106 elderly) recruited approximately three months after the significant outbreak of COVID-19 in China. Participants completed a fitness test and mental health assessment using the Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Self-Assessment Scale (PTSD) and the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Inventory (PSQI). Results: Despite no significant difference in physical fitness, infected young and elderly females experienced poorer… More >

Ye Hoon Lee¹, Juhee Hwang^2,*

International Journal of Mental Health Promotion, Vol.27, No.2, pp. 179-191, 2025, DOI:10.32604/ijmhp.2025.060685 - 03 March 2025

Abstract Objectives: Recent research has shown that college students experience high levels of stress from various sources, which contribute to heightened rates of psychological distress and make them particularly vulnerable to mental health issues. Hence, we conducted a study, aimed to analyze the influence of a mobile-based walking routine on mental health outcomes, such as perceived stress and positive and negative affect. Methods: The participants were divided into two groups: the walking group (N = 23) and the control group (N = 24). The walking group engaged in an approximately 25-min walking session for at least 3 days… More >

Mian Xia^1,2, Baoguo Xie^3,4, Lijun He^5,*, Jingru Chen⁶

International Journal of Mental Health Promotion, Vol.27, No.2, pp. 231-240, 2025, DOI:10.32604/ijmhp.2025.058878 - 03 March 2025

Abstract Objectives: Recently, how family-related factors influence employees’ mental health has garnered increasing attention from researchers and practitioners. Drawing on the cognitive appraisal theory of stress, this study aims to examine how and when family financial stress affects the employees’ mental health and investigate the mediating role of performance stress and the moderating role of workplace competition. Methods: A cross-sectional survey was conducted with 23,520 Chinese employees by using a voluntary and anonymous structured questionnaire, which included family financial stress, performance stress, symptom checklist 90 (SCL-90) scale, and workplace competition. The data were analyzed using SPSS… More >

Anwar Khatib^1,2,*, Avital Laufer³, Michal Finkelstein², Marc Gelkopf¹

International Journal of Mental Health Promotion, Vol.27, No.1, pp. 19-28, 2025, DOI:10.32604/ijmhp.2024.057925 - 31 January 2025

Abstract Background: Mental health literacy (MHL) refers to one’s knowledge and understanding of mental health disorders and their treatments. This literacy may be influenced by cultural norms and values that shape individuals’ experiences, beliefs, attitudes, and behaviors regarding mental health. This study focuses on adapting the Mental health literacy scale (MHLS) for use in the multicultural context of Israel. Objectives include validating its construct, assessing its accuracy in measuring MHL in this diverse setting and examining and comparing levels of MHL across different cultural groups. Methods: The data collection included 1057 participants, representing all the ethnic… More >

Vajratiya Vajrobol¹, Geetika Jain Saxena², Amit Pundir², Sanjeev Singh¹, Akshat Gaurav³, Savi Bansal^4,5, Razaz Waheeb Attar⁶, Mosiur Rahman⁷, Brij B. Gupta^7,8,9,*

CMES-Computer Modeling in Engineering & Sciences, Vol.142, No.1, pp. 49-90, 2025, DOI:10.32604/cmes.2024.056500 - 17 December 2024

Abstract Mental health is a significant issue worldwide, and the utilization of technology to assist mental health has seen a growing trend. This aims to alleviate the workload on healthcare professionals and aid individuals. Numerous applications have been developed to support the challenges in intelligent healthcare systems. However, because mental health data is sensitive, privacy concerns have emerged. Federated learning has gotten some attention. This research reviews the studies on federated learning and mental health related to solving the issue of intelligent healthcare systems. It explores various dimensions of federated learning in mental health, such as More >

Wei Wang^1,2, Lan Li^3,*

Psycho-Oncologie, Vol.18, No.4, pp. 257-269, 2024, DOI:10.32604/po.2024.057004 - 04 December 2024

Abstract This study explores the perspectives and challenges faced by family members providing mental support to cancer patients in Beijing, China. The primary objective is to understand the emotional and practical roles family members undertake and the difficulties they encounter. Utilizing a qualitative research design, data were collected through semi-structured interviews with family caregivers of cancer patients. Thematic analysis revealed several key themes: the dual burden of emotional support and caregiving responsibilities, the impact on daily life and personal well-being, the role and effectiveness of external support systems, perceptions of medical staff support, and the common More >

Huiting Zou^1,2, Zheng Zhang^3,*, Peng Chen⁴

International Journal of Mental Health Promotion, Vol.26, No.11, pp. 925-934, 2024, DOI:10.32604/ijmhp.2024.056444 - 28 November 2024

Abstract Background: The mental health challenges faced by police officers due to high-stress work environments necessitate effective interventions. Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) has shown promise in addressing mental health issues, and this study aims to evaluate the efficacy of smartphone-based cognitive-behavioral therapy (SCBT) in improving mental health outcomes among police officers. This intervention could provide a reference for enhancing mental health literacy and resilience in this population. Methods: A randomized controlled trial (RCT) design was employed, involving 291 police officers who were randomly assigned to either the SCBT intervention group (n = 145) or the control group… More >

Carmen Hei Man Shek^1,*, Sally Wai Chi Chan², Michelle Anne Stubbs¹, Regina Lai Tong Lee^1,3,*

International Journal of Mental Health Promotion, Vol.26, No.11, pp. 905-924, 2024, DOI:10.32604/ijmhp.2024.055706 - 28 November 2024

Abstract Background: There are increasing concerns about the mental health needs of international students. Previous studies report that international students experience additional challenges and higher levels of stress compared to domestic students. This integrative review aimed to identify perceived stressors, coping strategies and factors that contributed to accessing mental health services of international students. Methods: A systematic search was performed between January 2010 and December 2023 using PubMed, CINAHL, ProQuest, the Cochrane Library, Scopus and PsycINFO databases. A manual search was also performed that included reference lists of included articles; data was extracted and reviewed by… More >

Zulian Zhang¹, Meiyu Yan², Jiaqin Qi^3,*

International Journal of Mental Health Promotion, Vol.26, No.11, pp. 957-966, 2024, DOI:10.32604/ijmhp.2024.055468 - 28 November 2024

Abstract Background: The demanding nature of nursing, characterized by long hours, high-stress environments, and substantial workloads, can significantly impact nurses’ mental health. However, there are limited studies that assessed the influence of workplace environment on nursing mental health based on both quantitative and qualitative approaches. Methods: This study aims to comprehensively investigate the multidimensional relationship between the workplace environment and nurses’ well-being. This cross-sectional study was based on a sample of 3256 nurses from various healthcare settings in Shandong province, China (2022), who participated in the quantitative phase. For the qualitative phase, a subsample of participants… More >

Petrayuna Dian Omega¹, Joniarto Parung^1,*, Listyo Yuwanto¹, Yuh-Shan Ho^2,*

International Journal of Mental Health Promotion, Vol.26, No.10, pp. 817-836, 2024, DOI:10.32604/ijmhp.2024.056501 - 31 October 2024

Abstract Background: This study aimed to conduct a bibliometric analysis of positive mental health, focusing on citation performance, article title, abstract, author keywords, Keyword Plus, and their development trends. The novelty of this study is a pioneer within the field of positive mental health. Therefore, it delivered new ideas for researchers and practitioners who had concerns about positive mental health in terms of trends research which covered recommended articles and the research focus in recent years. Methods: The data were retrieved on 30 April 2024 from the Social Sciences Citation Index (SSCI) of Clarivate Analytics’ Web of… More >