Mental disorders into adulthood among adolescents placed in residential care: A prospective 10-year follow-up study

Boonmann, Cyril; d’Huart, Delfine; Bürgin, David; Schmeck, Klaus; Jenkel, Nils; Steppan, Martin; Grob, Alexander; Forsman, Hilma; Fegert, Jörg M.; Schmid, Marc

doi:10.1192/j.eurpsy.2022.30

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“…As a sub-study of the JAEL study, biological material (hair and blood samples) was collected as part of the Long-Term Outcomes of Childhood Adversities and Offending Behavior (LOCO). For more details, see [61][62][63][64][65]). Participant inclusion criteria for this study were participation in the LOCO study, This pre-print has not been peer-reviewed.…”

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Association of Indicators of Stress, Sleep and Brain-Derived Neurotrophic Factor (BDNF) in a High-risk Sample of Young Adults with Previous Youth Residential Care

Varghese¹,

Bürgin²,

Boonmann³

et al. 2023

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BackgroundChildren in institutional care have a high risk to experience childhood adversities (CAs), with consequences for physical and mental well-being. The long-term effects of CAs on the brain, including consequences for neuronal plasticity and sleep, are poorly understood. This study examined the interplay between stress (including CAs), sleep, and brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF), a prominent marker for neuronal plasticity. MethodParticipants (N=131, mean age = 26.33.4 years, 40 females) with residential youth-care history completed questionnaires measuring CAs (Childhood Trauma Questionnaire, CTQ), psychological well-being (World Health Organization-Five Well-Being Index, WHO-5), and sleep disturbances (Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Inventory, PSQI). Hair cortisol and serum BDNF concentration were measured using enzyme-linked immunosorbent assays. The analyses were conducted by using bootstrap regression models. ResultsThere was no association of stress parameters or sleep with BDNF concentration. However, we found a significant association of CAs and well-being with sleep disturbances. Last, we found an association between CAs and BDNF in sleep-healthy but not sleep-disturbed participants.ConclusionOur findings emphasize the importance of sleep quality in the association between stress and BDNF. Still, further studies are warranted using vulnerable groups at-risk to understand long-term effects on mental health and sleep.

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Association of Indicators of Stress, Sleep and Brain-Derived Neurotrophic Factor (BDNF) in a High-risk Sample of Young Adults with Previous Youth Residential Care

Varghese¹,

Bürgin²,

Boonmann³

et al. 2023

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“…Without a supportive environment and access to operating quality services, deterioration of the mental health and well-being of young prisoners might have substantial negative effects on their social and physical situation in the prisons (Chappell and Maggard, 2021). In addition, these negative impacts may continue into their adulthood and significantly affect their well-being, including their education and career (Seker et al , 2022). Young prisoners with mental health problems have also been shown to be at higher risk for violence and recidivism (Barra et al , 2022).…”

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“Overcrowded but lonely”: exploring mental health and well-being among young prisoners in Cambodia

Pat

Edin

Jegannathan

et al. 2023

IJPH

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Purpose Young prisoners are one of the most vulnerable groups in society for mental health problems and ill-being. Therefore, there is a crucial need to understand their physical, psychological and social situations. This study aims to explore young Cambodian prisoners’ experiences and perceptions of mental health and well-being, their determinants and their coping strategies. Design/methodology/approach Six focus group discussions were carried out in three prisons with a total of 48 young prisoners between the ages of 15 and 24 years (50% women, 50% men). Semi-structured questions guided the discussions, and thematic analysis was applied to analyse the data. Findings Young prisoners reported multifaceted experiences of mental health and well-being. The majority described adverse mental health experiences, while some revealed better well-being, partly influenced by the socio-economic support from outside the prisons and previous involvement or not in drug abuse. The experience of physical overcrowding without emotional attachment among the fellow prisoners was perceived as the overarching determinant of loneliness and mental health problems, while socio-emotional support and rituals were described as the most important coping mechanisms. Originality/value This pioneering study from Cambodia gives young prisoners an opportunity to voice their experiences and perceptions of mental health and well-being in the prison setting. The findings in this study underline the importance of prison authorities tackling overcrowding to promote well-being and reduce mental health problems. Also, the coping mechanisms outlined by the participants should be considered when planning psychosocial interventions.

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Food practices among adolescents in German residential care. Findings from a quantitative survey

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Mental disorders into adulthood among adolescents placed in residential care: A prospective 10-year follow-up study

Abstract: This peer-reviewed article has been accepted for publication but not yet copyedited or typeset, and so may be subject to change during the production process. The article is considered published and may be cited using its DOI.

Cited by 6 publications

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Association of Indicators of Stress, Sleep and Brain-Derived Neurotrophic Factor (BDNF) in a High-risk Sample of Young Adults with Previous Youth Residential Care

Association of Indicators of Stress, Sleep and Brain-Derived Neurotrophic Factor (BDNF) in a High-risk Sample of Young Adults with Previous Youth Residential Care

“Overcrowded but lonely”: exploring mental health and well-being among young prisoners in Cambodia

Food practices among adolescents in German residential care. Findings from a quantitative survey

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