Isolation and mental health: thinking outside the box

Brown., Vanessa Noël; Morgan, Tezonia; Fralick, Andrew

doi:10.1136/gpsych-2020-100461

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“…Stigma and social isolation may reduce the mobilisation of social support that caregivers may require, 33 thereby decreasing their ability to cope with the challenges of caring for a child with cancer. Furthermore, social isolation, regardless of the reason, can cause stress, anxiety and depression, and people need the support and stimulation that socialising provides 34,35 . Community education and awareness about cancer may help reduce cancer stigma and combat social isolation 36 .…”

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“…Self‐distraction is considered a form of avoidance coping. While self‐distraction can help to deal with uncontrolled stressors, 40 it may lead to anxiety and depressive symptoms if used for a prolonged period 34 . Healthcare workers need to incorporate interventions to enhance the adaptive coping skills of caregivers of children with cancer in paediatric oncology care.…”

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confidence: 99%

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Experiences of caregivers of children with cancer in Malawi: A qualitative study

Phiri,

Li,

Phiri

et al. 2024

Cancer Medicine

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BackgroundStudies have shown that caregivers of children with cancer experience challenges when caring for their children. To date, no studies have examined the experience of caregivers of children with cancer in Malawi, a low‐income country in sub‐Saharan Africa. Hence, this study aimed to explore the experiences of caregivers of Malawian children receiving cancer treatment.MethodsThis explorative qualitative study used semi‐structured interviews to collect data from 22 caregivers of children receiving cancer treatment. The data were analysed using qualitative content analysis.ResultsFive themes emerged from the QCA. The caregivers perceived their children's cancer as a burden, a form of psychological torture and a disruptor of family routines and social lifestyles. They also reported self‐isolation due to the stigma that they faced in the course of caring for their children and a need for informational, psychosocial, spiritual and financial support.ConclusionCaregivers of Malawian children with cancer experience physical and psychosocial challenges as they are caring for their children with cancer. Developing appropriate interventions would enable nurses to offer optimal support to these caregivers in dealing with these challenges and meeting their needs effectively.

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confidence: 99%

Section: Discussionmentioning

confidence: 99%

Experiences of caregivers of children with cancer in Malawi: A qualitative study

Phiri,

Li,

Phiri

et al. 2024

Cancer Medicine

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“…Meanwhile, feelings of loneliness do not necessarily mean that individuals do not live with other people; instead, they may be eager for contact or attention from others. 26 Beyond these differential pathways, social isolation and loneliness may share common underlying pathways, including elevated activities of the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis and sympathetic nervous system, 27 a higher degree of proinflammatory response and oxidative stress. 28 These pathophysiological changes may lead to poor glycaemic control, accelerated atherosclerosis and increased peripheral pressure and promote the development of cardiovascular complications in patients with diabetes.…”

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Social isolation, loneliness and subsequent risk of major adverse cardiovascular events among individuals with type 2 diabetes mellitus

Liang,

Chen,

Feng

et al. 2023

Gen Psych

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BackgroundIndividuals with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) are more vulnerable to social disconnection compared with the general population; however, there are few relevant studies investigating this issue.AimsTo investigate whether social isolation or loneliness may be associated with subsequent risk of developing major adverse cardiovascular events, whether these associations vary according to fatal and non-fatal outcomes and how behavioural, psychological and physiological factors mediate these associations.MethodsThis longitudinal analysis included data from 19 360 individuals with T2DM at baseline (2006–2010) from the UK Biobank. Social isolation and loneliness were measured using self-report questionnaires. The study outcomes included the first events of myocardial infarction (MI) or stroke (n=2273) and all-cause (n=2820) or cardiovascular disease-related mortality through linked hospital data or death registries.ResultsOver a median follow-up of 12.4 years (interquartile range (IQR): 11.6–13.3 years), participants who were more socially isolated (most social isolation vs least social isolation) experienced increased risks for all-cause (hazard ratio (HR) : 1.33, 95% confidence interval (CI): 1.19 to 1.47) and cardiovascular disease (HR: 1.36, 95% CI: 1.17 to 1.59) mortality but not first MI or stroke. Loneliness (yes vs no) was associated with a greater risk for a composite of incident MI or stroke (HR: 1.37, 95% CI: 1.19 to 1.57) but not mortality. Social isolation was associated with fatal MI and stroke, whereas loneliness was associated with non-fatal MI and stroke. The significant associations of social isolation and loneliness with outcomes were mainly mediated by behavioural factors (mediating proportion: 17.8%–28.2% and 17.6%–17.8%, respectively).ConclusionsAmong individuals with T2DM, social isolation and loneliness are associated with a greater risk of developing major adverse cardiovascular events, with differences in both risks stratified according to fatal and non-fatal events and underlying mediating factors.

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“…Therefore, those without a history of substance misuse may become immersed in an environment where they are more likely to try drugs and alcohol. Other common concerns include residents becoming segregated from mainstream society and experiencing isolation (Verdouw and Habibis, 2016); something that can increase the risk of poor physical and mental health (Brown et al, 2021). Some people with experiences of homelessness have expressed concerns that congregate housing models restrict recovery (Homeless Link, 2021).…”

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confidence: 99%

“…Isolation was also a key concern in the IC literature (section 2.4) where the risk of IC residents becoming isolated from mainstream society was highlighted by several academics (Chiodelli and Baglione, 2013;Dias et al, 2017;Grinde et al, 2017). Thus, the potential for isolation should not be underestimated, especially considering people experiencing homelessness are at a greater risk of social exclusion and isolation, and as it can contribute to poor physical and mental health (Homeless Link, 2018;Sanders and Brown, 2015;Brown et al, 2021;Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, 2022). However, as already discussed earlier in this chapter, several pieces of literature suggest that rather than causing feelings of isolation, the CWTSH has the potential to provide young people with a sense of community, belonging and social connectedness (Grinde et al, 2017;Hall, 2015;Lyons, 2015;Sanguinetti, 2014).…”

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Big Ideas in a Micro Village: Evaluating the Potential Efficacy of a Young Person’s supported Housing Concept

O’Shea

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Young people at risk of homelessness can often struggle to find suitable accommodation that adequately meets their needs. It is this lack of appropriate supported housing provision that has prompted the Wallich homelessness charity to start developing an innovative housing project for young people called the Carmarthenshire Wellbeing, Therapeutic and Social Hub (CWTSH). Thus, this study aimed to evaluate the potential efficacy of the CWTSH in order to gain a deeper understanding of its possible benefits, challenges and criticisms.This study employed a predominantly qualitative methodology and sits within an interpretivist paradigm. The literature review focused on indirect literature that was central to the CWTSH concept, such as the context of youth homelessness; policy and legislation; existing homelessness housing models; intentional community discourse; psychologically informed environments; adverse childhood experiences, and collaboration. Participants were sampled through the Wallich using both a convenience and purposive approach, whilst data was collected via ethnographic research with Wallich management, group participation with young people and their staff, and a young people's survey. Data was then analysed using thematic analysis. Declaration

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Isolation and mental health: thinking outside the box

Cited by 9 publications

References 18 publications

Experiences of caregivers of children with cancer in Malawi: A qualitative study

Experiences of caregivers of children with cancer in Malawi: A qualitative study

Social isolation, loneliness and subsequent risk of major adverse cardiovascular events among individuals with type 2 diabetes mellitus

Big Ideas in a Micro Village: Evaluating the Potential Efficacy of a Young Person’s supported Housing Concept

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