Browse the latest research summaries in the field of mental health for spinal cord injury patients and caregivers.
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Rehabil Psychol, 2024 • February 1, 2024
This report identifies and describes (a) existing psychology predoctoral internship and postdoctoral residency programs that offer training in intensive care settings. The APPIC directory produced unu...
KEY FINDING: Few psychology training programs offer formal training in intensive care settings.
J. Clin. Med., 2023 • November 17, 2023
The study investigated the impact of robotic-assisted gait therapy (RAGT) on depression and anxiety symptoms in patients with subacute spinal cord injuries (SCIs), comparing it with conventional gait ...
KEY FINDING: SCI patients in both groups experienced significantly lower levels of anxiety- and depression-related symptoms after completing the seven-week rehabilitation program.
Nurs. Rep., 2023 • December 4, 2023
This study explores the healthcare experiences of individuals with spinal cord injuries (SCI) during the acute phase, utilizing the Activities of Living Nursing Model (ALNM) as a framework. The resear...
KEY FINDING: The study found that mobility, elimination, safety, and communication were the most significant activities of daily living affected during hospitalization.
J. Clin. Med., 2023 • December 13, 2023
This study investigated the incidence of psychological distress in individuals with spinal cord injuries (SCI/D) admitted to specialist rehabilitation centers in England. The findings revealed a high ...
KEY FINDING: A significant percentage (43%) of inpatients scored above the clinical threshold on at least one of the screening measures (GAD-7, PHQ-9, ADAPSSsf) upon admission, indicating prevalent psychological needs.
Scientific Reports, 2023 • December 18, 2023
This study investigated the relationship between functional performance and psychological factors, including depression, anxiety, sleep quality, and suicide risk, in persons with SCI. The results show...
KEY FINDING: SCIM III subdivisions 1 and 3 showed a negative correlation with K-BDI-II, indicating that self-care and mobility functions are linked to depression levels.
J. Funct. Morphol. Kinesiol., 2024 • December 25, 2023
This study explored the physical, social, and psychological benefits of an active rehabilitation (AR) camp as experienced by participants with spinal cord injury (SCI), and perceived fitness and maste...
KEY FINDING: Benefits were mainly experienced in the social and psychological domains.
Spinal Cord Series and Cases, 2024 • February 26, 2024
The study examined the relationship between pain, life satisfaction, and mental health in adults with traumatic spinal cord injuries (TSCI) in South Africa. Findings indicated that pain was associated...
KEY FINDING: Pain (both intensity and how much it interferes with life) is significantly associated with higher levels of depression and anxiety, and lower life satisfaction.
Frontiers in Psychiatry, 2024 • March 20, 2024
This scoping review investigates cognitive, behavioral, and psychiatric symptoms in SCI patients and their influence on rehabilitation, finding high risks of cognitive impairment and adjustment disord...
KEY FINDING: Patients with SCI are at a high risk of cognitive impairment, particularly in processing speed and executive function tasks.
Cureus, 2024 • May 3, 2024
This case report describes a delayed diagnosis of spinal cord injury (SCI) in a 63-year-old man with intellectual disability, highlighting the challenges in diagnosing SCI in patients with underlying ...
KEY FINDING: Initial presentation of spinal cord injury can be misleading, especially in patients with intellectual disabilities, leading to a delayed diagnosis.
Journal of Family Medicine and Primary Care, 2024 • April 22, 2024
This qualitative study explores the psycho-social needs of family caregivers (FCGs) of persons with spinal cord injury (PwSCI) in India through in-depth interviews. The research identified three key t...
KEY FINDING: The study identified three main themes: Awareness needs, Resource needs, and Personal care needs, reflecting the key challenges faced by FCGs.