These are some of the findings of a recent study published in the journal Psychiatric Services, which reported significant racial - ethnic differences in diagnosis and treatment of
psychiatric conditions across 11 private, not - for - profit U.S. healthcare delivery systems.
Not exact matches
Exclusion criteria were: current or chronic medical /
psychiatric conditions; pregnancy; shift work or dwelling below Denver altitude (1,600 m) the year prior; travel
across more than one time zone 3 wk before CTRC study; maximal lifetime BMI > 27.5 kg / m2; recent self - reported weight loss; and abnormal eating patterns identified by dietitian interview and three - item eating questionnaire (43).
«I work with a diverse clientele
across a broad range of
psychiatric issues and
conditions.
High expressed emotion (EE) refers to affective attitudes and behaviors toward patients characterized by critical comments, hostility, and emotional over involvement (EOI).3 The construct has traditionally been applied to the study of familial relationships, and it is well established that levels of familial EE are significant predictors of outcome
across a range of
psychiatric and physical health
conditions.4 A substantial body of this research has been carried out with people with a diagnosis of schizophrenia, and there is strong evidence that those living in high EE environments have a much higher risk of relapse than those living in low EE environments.5 The success of family intervention studies aiming to reduce high EE and relapses add to the support for a causal relationship.6, 7
The empathic brain and its dysfunction in
psychiatric populations: Implications for intervention
across different clinical
conditions