Archive for Category: Mental health

AI depictions of psychiatric diagnoses: a preliminary study of generative image outputs in Midjourney V.6 and DALL-E 3

Objective

This paper investigates how state-of-the-art generative artificial intelligence (AI) image models represent common psychiatric diagnoses. We offer key lessons derived from these representations to inform clinicians, researchers, generative AI companies, policymakers and the public about the potential impacts of...

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Potential research priorities for understanding and treating severe paranoia (persecutory delusions): a priority-setting partnership between patients, carers, mental health staff, and researchers

Background

A persecutory delusion (severe paranoia) occurs when a person believes that others are trying to harm them when they are not. It is often a central difficulty for patients diagnosed with schizophrenia.

Objective

The objective is to identify potentially important research...

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Conceptual framework for data harmonisation in mental health using the International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health: an example with the R2D2-MH consortium

Introduction

Advancing research and support for neurologically diverse populations requires novel data harmonisation methods that are capable of aligning with contemporary approaches to understanding health and disability.

Objectives

We present the International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health (ICF) as a conceptual...

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Efficacy and acceptability of lurasidone for bipolar depression: a systematic review and dose-response meta-analysis

Question

The optimal dose of lurasidone for bipolar depression is unclear. This study examined its dose–response relationship for efficacy, acceptability, and metabolic/endocrine profiles.

Study selection and analysis

Five databases and grey literature published until 1 August 2024, were systematically reviewed. The outcomes...

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Predictors of study dropout in cognitive-behavioural therapy with a trauma focus for post-traumatic stress disorder in adults: An individual participant data meta-analysis

Background

Available empirical evidence on participant-level factors associated with dropout from psychotherapies for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is both limited and inconclusive. More comprehensive understanding of the various factors that contribute to study dropout from cognitive-behavioural therapy with a trauma...

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Healthcare utilisation and costs associated with poor access to diagnosis and treatment for children and young people with tic disorders

Background

There are no specific national guidelines in England to guide healthcare professionals in how to assess or treat young people with tic disorders. Access to evidence-based treatment, including behavioural therapy, is of limited availability.

Objectives

This study examined the economic impact...

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