Mental health literacy: A systematic review of knowledge and beliefs about mental disorders in Malaysia

Munawar, Khadeeja; Mukhtar, Firdaus; Choudhry, Fahad Riaz; Ng, Alvin Lai Oon

doi:10.1111/appy.12475

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“…This study reported that those who have good social support have 1.4 times mental health literacy than those who have poor social support which is similar with a study conducted in Malaysia [24]. Similar ndings were reported among the community in Thailand and China, wherein signi cant negative correlation was reported between MHL and loneliness [25,26] In addition, to the above factors being signi cant determinants of MHL, this study also reported a signi cant association between smoking and alcohol consumption with MHL.…”

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“…Similar ndings were reported among the community in Thailand and China, wherein signi cant negative correlation was reported between MHL and loneliness [25,26] In addition, to the above factors being signi cant determinants of MHL, this study also reported a signi cant association between smoking and alcohol consumption with MHL. Interestingly, we found that individuals who did not smoke or consume alcohol tended to have higher MHL levels than that of smokers & alcohol consumers which is similar with the study conduct in Malaysia [24].…”

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Mental health literacy and associated factors among residents living Dilla town, Gedeo zone, Ethiopia, 2022

Ababu

Kassaw

Temesgen

et al. 2022

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Background Mental health literacy includes the ability to recognize the signs of mental disorders, understand their origins and risk factors, have a positive attitude about mental health, and have access to both professional help and mental health information. In developing country, mental illness is not treated in hospitals due to lack awareness about mental health, despite there is a shortage of studies conducted about mental health literacy. Therefore, this study aimed to assess the prevalence of mental health literacy and associated factors among residents living in Dilla Town, Gedeo Zone, South-Ethiopia 2022. Methods A community based cross sectional study design was employed from June to July 2022 G.C among 422 residents living in Dilla town and used a systematic random sampling to select households. Interviewer administered structured questionnaire was used to collect the data and analyzed using a logistic regression analysis model. A 35 item mental health literacy scale was used to assess the outcome variable. Result According to the study's findings, 35.1% of participants had good mental health literacy. Being educated, having strong social support, not smoking and not consuming alcohol had significant and positive association with mental health literacy [AOR (95% C.I, 1.183 (1.009, 1.386)], [AOR (95% C.I, 1.748 (1.618, 4.904)], [AOR (95% C.I, 1.684 (1.564, 6.831)], [AOR (95% C.I, 1.491(1.364, 3.664)] respectively. Conclusion This study revealed that only one third of the respondents had good mental health literacy. Those respondents with good psychosocial profile had better awareness and attitude about mental illness. As a result, there is a need of collaborate work with stakeholders to enhance the mental health awareness. Moreover, it is better to have a population-level intervention programs aimed to increase the literacy about mental health.

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confidence: 87%

Mental health literacy and associated factors among residents living Dilla town, Gedeo zone, Ethiopia, 2022

Ababu

Kassaw

Temesgen

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“…In Malaysia, low levels of MHL have been reported among young adolescents, wherein only a minority (3%) of adolescents were classified as having adequate MHL (i.e., the ability to correctly recognize mental health disorders alongside having the intention to seek help) [ 17 ]. More concerning is that adolescents with low levels of MHL have an increased risk of developing mental health disorders [ 7 ].…”

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The Determinants of Mental Health Literacy among Young Adolescents in Malaysia

Singh

Zaki

Farid

et al. 2022

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Mental health literacy (MHL) is an established multifaceted concept that comprises mental health knowledge, help-seeking, and stigma. Adequate MHL (i.e., the ability to correctly recognize mental health disorders alongside having the intention to seek help) is able improve mental health outcomes among individuals. This study aims to examine the determinants of MHL among young Malaysian adolescents. A cross-sectional study was conducted among 1400 adolescents between 13 and 14 years old from nine national secondary schools in Selangor state, Malaysia. Sociodemographic determinants assessed included gender, age, ethnicity, smoking status, alcohol consumption, history of being bullied, feeling lonely, parental marital status, and parental income which were assessed using the Global School Based Student Health Survey. MHL was assessed using the Mental Health Literacy and Stigma questionnaire. Several factors were significantly associated with adequate levels of MHL following multivariate analysis, such as being female (AOR = 1.68; 95% CI 1.12, 2.52), older adolescents (AOR = 1.56; 95% CI 1.07, 2.30), not smoking (AOR = 1.99; 95% CI 1.20, 4.26), not consuming alcohol (AOR = 1.23; 95% CI 1.18, 2.41), and not feeling lonely (AOR = 1.25; 95% CI 1.06, 1.85). Addressing these determinants could be key in assisting the development of policies and programs to prevent mental health disorders among adolescents, which are currently on the rise.

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“…The characteristics of cultural competence, according to Zarzycka et al, are cultural awareness, knowledge, sensitivity, skills, competence, and dynamics [ 3 ]. These variables affect the health literacy of members of the same ethnic group, health behaviors, perceived risk, attitudes, and beliefs towards health care [ 4 ]. Therefore, several studies argue that to ensure effective and culturally adequate care and to develop culturally competent health care practices, properly educated providers are required [ 3 , 5 ].…”

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Self-Assessment of Health Professionals’ Cultural Competence: Knowledge, Skills, and Mental Health Concepts for Optimal Health Care

Argyriadis

Patelarou

Paoullis

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Current research often refers to cultural competence to improve health care delivery. In addition, it focuses on the cultural uniqueness of each health service user for optimal personalized care. This study aimed to collect self-assessment data from health professionals regarding their cultural competence and to identify their development needs. A mixed methods design was adopted using the Cultural Competence Self-assessment Checklist of the Central Vancouver Island Multicultural Society. This was translated into Greek, validated, and then shared with health professionals in Cyprus. Subsequently, a semi-structured interview guide was designed and utilized. This was structured in exactly the same question categories as the questionnaire. Data collection took place between October 2021 and May 2022, and convenience sampling was used to recruit 499 health scientists in Cyprus. The sample comprised doctors, nurses, psychologists, midwives, social workers, and physiotherapists. Subsequently, 62 interviews were conducted with participants from the same specialties. The results showed that (compared to other health professionals) nurses and psychologists are more sensitive to issues of cultural competence. It would appear that the more socially oriented sciences had better-prepared healthcare staff to manage diversity in context. However, there is a gap between knowledge and skills when comparing doctors to nurses; they seem to be more skilled and willing to intervene actively in cases of racist behavior or problem-solving. In conclusion, participants identified the importance of their cultural competence; they also realized the importance of optimal planning of personalized health care. There is a significant need for continuous and specialized cultural competence training for all health professions.

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Mental health literacy: A systematic review of knowledge and beliefs about mental disorders in Malaysia

Abstract: Mental health literacy: A systematic review of knowledge and beliefs about mental disorders in Malaysia (2021) Asia-Pacific Psychiatry, . Cited 2 times.

Cited by 24 publications

References 87 publications

Mental health literacy and associated factors among residents living Dilla town, Gedeo zone, Ethiopia, 2022

Mental health literacy and associated factors among residents living Dilla town, Gedeo zone, Ethiopia, 2022

The Determinants of Mental Health Literacy among Young Adolescents in Malaysia

Self-Assessment of Health Professionals’ Cultural Competence: Knowledge, Skills, and Mental Health Concepts for Optimal Health Care

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