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Exploring The Relationship Between Spirituality And Mental Health Among Kenyans Living In The United States: A Review Of Literature, Naomi Omwenga
Exploring The Relationship Between Spirituality And Mental Health Among Kenyans Living In The United States: A Review Of Literature, Naomi Omwenga
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Background: The increased stigma of mental health in the African population is a major barrier to seeking care. Nurses need to understand the influence of culture and spirituality in caring for this population. Purpose: The purpose of this critical review is to if there is a relationship between mental health and spirituality in a Kenyan population living in the United States. Results: The review consisted of 16 articles. The major findings were divided into 3 areas: mental health and Africa, mental health and spirituality, and spirituality and Africans. The major themes include stigma, lack of resources, immigration, religion and mental …
Prevalence Of Mental Health Stigma Among Practicing Pas In Regard To Personal Experience And Patient Exposure, Bailey J. Hanson, Allison Hoy, Madeline Lieberson
Prevalence Of Mental Health Stigma Among Practicing Pas In Regard To Personal Experience And Patient Exposure, Bailey J. Hanson, Allison Hoy, Madeline Lieberson
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Stigmatizing attitudes can be destructive to both the emotional and physical wellbeing of individuals living with mental illness. In fact, individuals with a mental illness are more likely to be seen as responsible for their illness and more likely to be falsely accused of a violent crime (Rüsch, Angermeyer, & Corrigan, 2005). Current research on mental health stigma in healthcare has involved a variety of occupations, but published research has yet to examine stigma held by physician assistants (PAs). This research study attempted to answer the following question: What effect, if any, does personal experience with a family member, friend, …
A Critical Review Of Experiences Of Mentally Ill African Immigrants Living In The U.S, Josephine Moraa Masita
A Critical Review Of Experiences Of Mentally Ill African Immigrants Living In The U.S, Josephine Moraa Masita
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Background: Historically, the U.S. has been known to lead the world in refugee resettlement. To date, the U.S. remains the top refugee resettlement country. Refugees are mostly people who have been forced to flee their home countries due to war, persecution, and violence. Because of their immigration status, unique backgrounds, religion, culture, values, perceptions, language barrier, perceived discrimination and stigmatizations, mentally ill immigrants especially those from African countries have posed a challenge to healthcare providers in the U.S. Purpose: The purpose of this research is to review and discuss experiences of mentally ill African immigrants living in the United States. …
The Potential Benefits And Risks Of Antidepressant, Antipsychotic And/Or Mood Stabilizing Medications Use In Pregnancy: A Critical Review Of The Literature, Brittany Kaye Schultz
The Potential Benefits And Risks Of Antidepressant, Antipsychotic And/Or Mood Stabilizing Medications Use In Pregnancy: A Critical Review Of The Literature, Brittany Kaye Schultz
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Background: Medication use in pregnancy walks a fine line between safety of the mother and adverse effects in the developing fetus. Medications are prescribed to either help the mother maintain mental stability or they are discontinued out of fear of fetal harm. Many providers hope that the shift in hormones during pregnancy will fulfill the medications requirement in the non-pregnant state but this is not always the case. Is a discontinuation in medications upon a positive pregnancy test warranted? Purpose: To determine if antipsychotics, mood stabilizers, and antidepressants should be continued or discontinued during pregnancy or if they negatively impact …