Assessment Of Psychosocial Problems Research Articles

Development of a modular ICF-based core set for the German substance use disorders treatment

Purpose We aimed to develop a modular Core Set based on the International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health (ICF) for describing functioning in patients with substance use disorders (SUDs). To match the structure of the German health service system, the Core Set was split into modules for different service segments. Methods We followed a consensus process including several preparatory studies. To identify candidate ICF categories, we performed an ICF linking of guideline-recommended assessments, patient focus groups and patient and expert surveys. Categories were prioritized for different service segments and compiled into preliminary modules. The Core Set was tested in 13 treatment sites. Health professionals rated each category’s relevance, and contents of the Modular ICF-based Core Set for SUDs (MCSS) were compared to patient-reported treatment goals. An advisory board decided on revisions to the MCSS. Results The MCSS consists of a basic module (25 categories) and five additional modules for these treatment segments: counselling (8), qualified withdrawal (6), orientation (7), rehabilitation (32), and social integration services (10). Conclusions The MCSS provides a framework for harmonizing communication, documentation and interface management in German SUD health services. The basic module, consisting of 25 categories, can be employed as a Brief ICF Core Set. Implications for rehabilitation The MCSS can serve as a standard for describing functioning in patients with SUDs in Germany, as well as harmonize communication and reporting of treatment relevant information. In clinical practice, the MCSS can be used for the structured assessment of psychosocial problems and participation restrictions, goal setting, and outcome evaluation. Although the MCSS was developed in Germany, its proximity to the themes frequently identified in the literature regarding SUDs internationally suggests that it may be of use in other countries as well. The basic module may be employed as a Brief ICF Core Set.

Assessment of Psychosocial Problems among College Students in Selected Educational Institution, Kancheepuram District, Tamil Nadu

Assessment of Psychosocial Problems Among College Students in Selected educational institute,Kancheepuram District, Tamil Nadu. Aim of the study is to assess the prevalence of psychosocial problemsamong college students. Objectives of the study to assess the level of psychosocial problems amongcollege students, to find out the association between the level of psychosocial problems with their selecteddemographic variables. Non experimental descriptive design used for this study. The samples were selectedby using convenient sampling 120 college students from selected educational institution. Self structureddemographic questionnaire used to assess the demographic variables and Standardised General HealthQuestionnaire (GHQ-28) used to assess the level of psychosocial problems in college students.Data collected from 01-04-2019 to 06-04-2019. The data collected from 120 college students (Girls andBoys) in the age group between 18 to 22 years in selected Educational institution. Dhanalakshmi SrinivasanEngineering College (Pooncheri), Tamil Nadu. The study result shows psychosocial problems amongcollege students 8 (6.6%) have faced somatic symptoms, 62 (51.6%) anxiety/insomnia, 97 (80.83%) socialdysfunction and 79 (65.83%) severe depression.Study shows that there was significant association between the level of psychosocial problems faced bycollege students with occupation status of parents, education status of parents, average family income andany history of mental illness (p value =<0.05).

Reliability and validity of the Screening Tool for Assessment of Psychosocial Problems

Reliability and validity of the Screening Tool for Assessment of Psychosocial Problems

Assessment of Psychosocial Problems among Parents of Dyslexic Children Attending Child Guidance Clinic

A descriptive study was undertaken to assess the psychosocial problems among parents of children attending child guidance clinic in a tertiary care hospital at Ernakulum. This study was aimed to identify the psychosocial problems of parents of dyslexic children as well as to find out the association between problems faced by parents of dyslexic children and selected demographic variables. An information booklet was also developed on care of children with dyslexia. A quantitative research approach has been used. The data was collected using socio demographic profile and self administered rating scale on psychosocial problems among parents of dyslexic children attending the Child Guidance Clinic. The data was analysed using descriptive (frequency, percentage) and inferential (Fishers exact probability test) statistics. Among 70 parents, 11.4% had mild psychosocial problem, 75.7% had moderate psychosocial problem and the remaining 12.9% had severe psychosocial problem. There were significant association between two demographic variables, duration of disability (p value=0.011) and number of therapy sessions aended (p value=0.039). The investigation of psychosocial problems among parents of dyslexic children attending Child Guidance Clinic is warranted to facilitate the implementation of established adaptive system that prevents and decrease emotional, social, physical, cognitive and spiritual problems among the parents by providing awareness about their child's condition.

Assessment of Psychosocial Problems and Coping Strategies among Postmenopausal Women in A Selected Rural and Urban Area at Ludhiana

Assessment of Psychosocial Problems and Coping Strategies among Postmenopausal Women in A Selected Rural and Urban Area at Ludhiana

Assessment of psychosocial problems in primary care COPD patients

The emphasis placed on assessing psychosocial needs in nurse-led practice based consultations for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) has not been reported. We investigated the frequency with which nurses performed a range of tasks, and explored if the types of tasks performed were related to levels of training or the setting of clinical consultations. Participants were lead COPD nurses based at 500 randomly selected UK general practices. Respondents completed a questionnaire between February and June 2006. The frequency with which key task were performed - never, sometimes, often or always - was recorded. Follow-up consultations were conducted by 349 of the 368 nurses who responded (74% response rate). Of these, 51% (95% confidence interval (CI):45-56%) reported often or always assessing psychosocial needs, in comparison to 98% (97-99%) who reported often or always checking inhaler technique and 86% (82-89%) who often or always recorded spirometry values. Frequent assessment of psychosocial needs was associated with postregistration COPD education and consultations taking place in designated respiratory clinics. Nurses focus on objective tasks, possibly to the detriment of assessing psychosocial needs. To raise the profile of these aspects of care: updates of the COPD section of the GMS contract should encompass the assessment of patient's psychosocial status and potential impact of this on quality of life; and appropriate education should be provided.