Browse the latest research summaries in the field of mental health for spinal cord injury patients and caregivers.
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Electronic Physician, 2017 • January 1, 2017
This qualitative study explored the facilitators of post-traumatic growth in 16 Iranian patients with spinal cord injury. The study used in-depth interviews and content analysis to identify key factor...
KEY FINDING: Support resources (family, friends, organizations) facilitate post-traumatic growth by providing motivation and practical help.
The Journal of Spinal Cord Medicine, 2018 • January 1, 2018
The study aimed to estimate the point prevalence of mental disorders among U.S. military Veterans receiving outpatient care in the VA Spinal Cord Injury and Disorders (SCI/D) system of care. Data was ...
KEY FINDING: Approximately 40% of Veterans with SCI had at least one mental disorder diagnosis, with depressive disorders, PTSD, and substance use disorders being the most common.
Top Spinal Cord Inj Rehabil, 2016 • June 1, 2016
This qualitative study examined the relationship between employment and psychological health and health management among individuals with spinal cord injury (SCI). The study identified four key themes...
KEY FINDING: Adjustment to emotional reactions is a critical factor for individuals with SCI returning to work, with anger, depression, and suicidal ideation serving as significant barriers.
Top Spinal Cord Inj Rehabil, 2016 • July 1, 2016
This study investigated PTSD symptoms in SCI patients within an acute trauma care setting, finding a high incidence of PTSD symptoms. The study highlights the importance of early screening for PTSD sy...
KEY FINDING: Over half (52.2%) of the SCI patients screened in the acute trauma setting exhibited PTSD symptoms.
The Journal of Spinal Cord Medicine, 2012 • January 1, 2012
Spinal cord injury/disease (SCI/D) can present multiple threats across the lifespan, challenging self-image, abilities, and life itself. Individuals interpret each of these threats in the context of c...
KEY FINDING: People with SCI/D may face challenges to their self-image and abilities, which can occur at the time of injury or later with complications.
Archives of Clinical Neuropsychology, 2017 • March 18, 2017
This study evaluated the validity of the NIH Toolbox (NIHTB) for assessing motor, sensory, cognitive, and emotional function in individuals with spinal cord injury (SCI), traumatic brain injury (TBI),...
KEY FINDING: Individuals with SCI, TBI, and stroke showed increased risk for motor impairment compared to normative standards and matched controls.
The Journal of Spinal Cord Medicine, 2018 • March 1, 2018
This study investigated the clinical utility of the Patient Health Questionnaire-2 (PHQ-2) as a depression screener in Veterans with spinal cord injury/dysfunction (SCI/D). The results indicated that ...
KEY FINDING: A PHQ-2 cutoff score of 3 or greater correctly classified 94.8% of the cases in identifying clinically significant depression.
Top Spinal Cord Inj Rehabil, 2020 • July 1, 2020
Depression following SCI is a common and disabling condition that is often overlooked and undertreated. It is not a typical reaction to severe disability and may have roots in pre-injury adversity. St...
KEY FINDING: Major depressive disorder is a common comorbidity in people with SCI, occurring at three times the rate of the general population.
Clin J Pain, 2018 • April 1, 2018
This study investigated the relationship between pain acceptance and medication use in individuals with chronic pain and spinal cord injury (SCI). The results indicated that higher pain acceptance is ...
KEY FINDING: Higher pain acceptance was related to a significantly lower number of pain medications used, even when considering pain intensity, the number of painful body areas, and depressive symptoms.
The Journal of Spinal Cord Medicine, 2018 • January 1, 2018
This study compared alcohol consumption rates in SCI patients versus the general population and tracked changes post-injury. Results indicated that alcohol use and binge drinking were higher in SCI pa...
KEY FINDING: The prevalence of alcohol use and binge drinking was significantly higher among individuals with SCI at the time of injury compared to the general population.