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Psychological Distress among Different Groups of Women: Recommendations for Mental Health Promotion

A special issue of International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health (ISSN 1660-4601). This special issue belongs to the section "Mental Health".

Deadline for manuscript submissions: closed (5 May 2023) | Viewed by 5019

Special Issue Editors

Dr. Sarah Abu-Kaf

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Guest Editor
Conflict Management & Resolution Program, Department of Interdisciplinary Studies, Ben-Gurion University of the Negev, Beer-Sheva 8410501, Israel
Interests: mental health; cultural differences; psychological distress; disadvantaged groups; psychological resilience; mental health among women
Dr. Anat Brunstein-Klomek

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Baruch Ivcher School of Psychology, Reichman University (IDC Herzliya), Herzliya 4610101, Israel
Interests: depression; adolescents; bullying; cyberbullying; Interpersonal psychotherapy; suicide prevention; resilience

Special Issue Information

Dear Colleagues,

Psychological distress refers to a wide range of non-specific symptoms related to common mental-health problems such as anxiety, depression, and somatization. High levels of psychological distress are a risk factor for more serious mental health disorders. Many studies have found women to be more vulnerable than men to psychological distress. This Special Issue aims to shed light on studies examining psychological distress among different groups of women, with groupings based on factors such as cultural context, race/ethnicity, immigration, religious affiliation, minority status, socio-economic status, age, professional background, marital status, living with disabilities, and being a youth at risk, among others. The current issue welcomes quantitative and qualitative research related to risk and protective factors contributing to psychological distress among different groups of women. We are interested in learning more about what makes women more vulnerable or more resilient to psychological distress and how psychological distress is related to positive outcomes such as academic achievement, job satisfaction and performance, well-being, and marital satisfaction. Special attention will be paid to the important recommendations for promoting mental health derived from the different studies. We also welcome research related to the evaluation of the efficacy of interventions designed to decrease psychological distress and promote well-being among women.

Dr. Sarah Abu-Kaf
Dr. Anat Brunstein-Klomek
Guest Editors

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Keywords

  • psychological distress
  • emotional distress
  • anxiety
  • depression
  • depressive symptoms
  • somatization
  • somatic complaints
  • diversity
  • groups of women

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The Role of Organizational Factors in Nurses’ Perceived Preparedness to Screen, Intervene and Refer in Cases of Suspected Postpartum Depression
by Rena Bina, Saralee Glasser, Mira Honovich, Yona Ferber and Samira Alfayumi-Zeadna
Int. J. Environ. Res. Public Health 2022, 19(24), 16717; https://doi.org/10.3390/ijerph192416717 - 13 Dec 2022
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Routine screening for postpartum depression (PPD) is widespread, yet little attention has been given to the perceived preparedness of health providers to perform screening procedures, or to the role of organizational factors in their preparedness, although these are crucial elements for optimal implementation. [...] Read more.
Routine screening for postpartum depression (PPD) is widespread, yet little attention has been given to the perceived preparedness of health providers to perform screening procedures, or to the role of organizational factors in their preparedness, although these are crucial elements for optimal implementation. The aim of this study was to examine organizational factors associated with public health nurses’ (PHNs) perceived preparedness to screen women for PPD, intervene, and refer them in cases of suspected PPD. Two hundred and nineteen PHNs completed a self-report survey regarding their perceived preparedness to carry out a screening program (including screening, intervening, and referring women), and their perceived organizational support, supervisor’s support, colleagues’ support, and colleagues’ preparedness. A path analysis model was used to analyze the data. The results showed that perceived colleagues’ preparedness was significantly associated with the three perceived preparedness constructs (screen, intervene, and refer). Perceived supervisor’s support was positively associated with perceived preparedness to screen, and perceived organizational support was positively associated with perceived preparedness to intervene. This paper highlights the manner in which formal and informal organizational factors play an important role in the perceived preparedness of PHNs to carry out a PPD screening program, and how these factors impact the three different aspects of the screening program. Organizations implementing PPD screening should support PHNs in all aspects of the implementation process, provide guidance, and enhance peer-group continued learning through which PHNs could share knowledge, discuss barriers, and foster professional development. Full article
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Temporal Stability of Responses to the Edinburgh Postpartum Depression Scale by Bedouin Mothers in Southern Israel
by Samira Alfayumi-Zeadna, Norm O’Rourke, Zuya Azbarga, Miron Froimovici and Nihaya Daoud
Int. J. Environ. Res. Public Health 2022, 19(21), 13959; https://doi.org/10.3390/ijerph192113959 - 27 Oct 2022
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The detection and treatment of mental illness during pregnancy and postpartum are essential for the well-being of both mother and child. For this study, we set out to estimate the prevalence of perinatal depression among Bedouin mothers in southern Israel and determine if [...] Read more.
The detection and treatment of mental illness during pregnancy and postpartum are essential for the well-being of both mother and child. For this study, we set out to estimate the prevalence of perinatal depression among Bedouin mothers in southern Israel and determine if the latent structure of responses to the Edinburgh Postpartum Depression Scale (EPDS)—including depression, anxiety, and anhedonia—previously reported also applies to this population. A total of 332 women completed the EPDS during pregnancy (26–38 weeks) and again 2–4 months postpartum. Confirmatory factor analyses were performed to determine if first-order factors were correlated, or instead measure a second- or higher-order latent construct. We next performed temporal invariance analyses to compare the latent structure of EPDS responses over time. When pregnant, 35% of women provided EPDS responses suggestive of elevated depressive symptomology; this decreased to 23% postpartum. At both points, each EPDS factor significantly measures a higher-order, latent construct. The EPDS appears to measure three factors, labeled sadness, anxiety, and anhedonia. This latent structure appears stable (i.e., during pregnancy and postpartum). Further research is needed to validate EPDS responses versus structured clinical interviews. The construct validity of EPDS factors should be examined across other at-risk groups and over time. Full article
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Ultra-Orthodox Women in the Job Market: What Helps Them to Become Healthy and Satisfied?
by Tehila Kalagy, Sarah Abu-Kaf and Orna Braun-Lewensohn
Int. J. Environ. Res. Public Health 2022, 19(13), 8092; https://doi.org/10.3390/ijerph19138092 - 1 Jul 2022
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This study explored the mental health and job satisfaction of Ultra-Orthodox women who work in different cultural environments. Data were gathered from 304 Ultra-Orthodox women who belong to various streams in this society and who were recruited by the Midgam research panel. The [...] Read more.
This study explored the mental health and job satisfaction of Ultra-Orthodox women who work in different cultural environments. Data were gathered from 304 Ultra-Orthodox women who belong to various streams in this society and who were recruited by the Midgam research panel. The participants filled out self-reported questionnaires that assessed their family quality of life, community sense of coherence, diversity climate, inclusive leadership, job satisfaction, and mental health. The participants ranged in age between 19 and 64 years (M = 30.86, SD = 8.71); 43.1% worked within the Ultra-Orthodox enclave, while 22.4% worked with both Ultra-Orthodox and secular individuals and 34.5% worked in mainly secular environments. We observed differences and similarities among the three groups of women. Community sense of coherence was weakest among those who worked outside the enclave, while diversity perception and inclusive leadership were highest among that group. In all three groups, family and community were the most important resources for mental health. Both traditional resources (i.e., family and community) and other resources (i.e., perception of diversity climate and inclusive leadership) were important for job satisfaction. Full article
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