Abstract
The Sri Lanka Journal of Psychiatry (SLJP) is a peer-reviewed, open access journal published bi annually by the Sri Lanka College of Psychiatrists.The Journal publishes original papers, brief reports including case reports and commentaries relevant to psychiatry and allied sciences. The Sri Lanka Journal of Psychiatry is committed to maintaining and conforming to the editorial and ethical standards recommended by the International Committee of Medical Journal Editors.The CoverCover “The perks of working as a psychiatrist in the periphery”. – Nilaveli beach early in the morning as captured by Dr Sumudu Godawita, Consultant Psychiatrist, Trincomalee.
Highlights
Most Sri Lankan (SL) parents aim to provide the best education they can afford, for their children
The findings of this study suggest that separation from parents in childhood significantly increases the risk of negative psychological outcomes including depressive symptoms
Psychiatrists should be aware of the possible negative impact of being separated from parents and boarded away from home, when assessing children and adolescents
Summary
Students who had been boarded in schools in four towns, who were referred to the psychiatry unit, and their parents, were interviewed using a semi-structured interview. Interviews were audio-recorded, transcribed and thematic analysis was done
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