https://ogma.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Index en-au 5 Male involvement in randomised trials testing psychotherapy or behavioural interventions for depression: a scoping review https://ogma.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:53798 Wed 28 Feb 2024 15:24:53 AEDT ]]> Differences in dietary preferences, personality and mental health in Australian adults with and without food addiction https://ogma.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:32910 Wed 24 Nov 2021 15:51:58 AEDT ]]> “It’s Hard, but We Could Kind of Laugh About It”: Exploring the Role of Humor in Brain Cancer Caregiving https://ogma.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:49637 Wed 24 May 2023 15:31:34 AEST ]]> Are psychological distress and resilience associated with dietary intake among Australian university students? https://ogma.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:42924 Wed 24 May 2023 12:50:01 AEST ]]> A brief intervention to increase uptake and adherence of an online program for depression and anxiety: protocol for the Enhancing Engagement with Psychosocial Interventions (EEPI) randomized controlled trial https://ogma.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:36368 Wed 24 May 2023 11:14:18 AEST ]]> Consumer-guided development of an engagement-facilitation intervention for increasing uptake and adherence for self-guided web-based mental health programs: focus groups and online evaluation survey https://ogma.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:38720 Wed 19 Jan 2022 09:22:02 AEDT ]]> Men's Perceptions of a Gender-Tailored eHealth Program Targeting Physical and Mental Health: Qualitative Findings from the SHED-IT Recharge Trial https://ogma.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:48953 Wed 19 Apr 2023 12:42:21 AEST ]]> 'Speaking with them, not about them': engaging undergraduate social work students in research with young people https://ogma.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:43217 Wed 14 Sep 2022 15:23:24 AEST ]]> Placing equity at the heart of eHealth implementation: a qualitative pilot study https://ogma.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:51409 Wed 13 Mar 2024 08:03:10 AEDT ]]> Long-Term Recovery from Intimate Partner Violence: Definitions by Australian Women https://ogma.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:50103 Wed 12 Jul 2023 14:00:52 AEST ]]> Avoiding emotional bonds: an examination of the dimensions of therapeutic alliance among cannabis users https://ogma.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:17269 Wed 11 Apr 2018 17:02:29 AEST ]]> Acceptability of a clinician-assisted computerized psychological intervention for comorbid mental health and substance use problems: treatment adherence data from a randomized controlled trial https://ogma.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:15892 2,54 = 4.86, P = .01) and CAC participants after session 5 (F1,29 = 9.24, P = .005), and this domain was related to better alcohol outcomes. Linear regression modeled therapeutic alliance over all sessions, with treatment allocation, retention, other demographic factors, and baseline symptoms exhibiting no predictive value. Conclusions: Participants in a trial of CAC versus therapist-delivered treatment were equally able to engage, bond, and commit to treatment, despite comorbidity typically being associated with increased treatment dropout, problematic engagement, and complexities in treatment planning. The extent to which a client feels that they are directing therapy (Client initiative) may be an important component of change in BI and CAC intervention, especially for hazardous alcohol use.]]> Wed 11 Apr 2018 16:34:56 AEST ]]> The Child Illness and Resilience Program (CHiRP): a study protocol of a stepped care intervention to improve the resilience and wellbeing of families living with childhood chronic illness https://ogma.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:20709 Wed 11 Apr 2018 16:30:05 AEST ]]> Comparing usability and engagement between a serious game and a traditional online program https://ogma.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:30088 Wed 11 Apr 2018 14:58:46 AEST ]]> Using startle probe to compare affect and engagement between a serious game and an online intervention program https://ogma.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:24634 Wed 11 Apr 2018 13:52:21 AEST ]]> Online alcohol interventions: a systematic review https://ogma.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:11053 Wed 11 Apr 2018 13:36:58 AEST ]]> Content and functionality of alcohol and other drug websites: results of an online survey https://ogma.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:11075 Wed 11 Apr 2018 13:10:17 AEST ]]> Help-seeking for mental health problems by employees in the Australian Mining Industry https://ogma.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:24530 Wed 11 Apr 2018 12:59:05 AEST ]]> Six-month outcomes of a web-based intervention for users of amphetamine-type stimulants: randomized controlled trial https://ogma.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:28361 d=0.45) and help-seeking intentions (RR 1.17; d=0.32), with help seeking increasing for the intervention group and declining for the control group. There were also significant interactions for days completely (RR 0.50) and partially (RR 0.74) out of role favoring the intervention group. However, 37% (30/81) of the intervention group did not complete even 1 module. Conclusions: This self-guided Web-based intervention encouraged help seeking associated with ATS use and reduced days out of role, but it did not reduce ATS use. Thus, this program provides a means of engaging with some sections of a difficult-to-reach group to encourage treatment, but a substantial minority remained disengaged.]]> Wed 11 Apr 2018 12:55:00 AEST ]]> Co-occurring depression and alcohol/other drug use problems: developing effective and accessible treatment options https://ogma.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:4267 Wed 11 Apr 2018 12:44:48 AEST ]]> Help-seeking for mental health problems by employees in the Australian mining industry https://ogma.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:29627 Wed 11 Apr 2018 11:29:36 AEST ]]> Motivational interviewing and CBT to improve health and well-being https://ogma.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:29804 Wed 11 Apr 2018 11:04:03 AEST ]]> Breakingtheice: a protocol for a randomised controlled trial of an internet-based intervention addressing amphetamine-type stimulant use https://ogma.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:15175 Wed 11 Apr 2018 11:00:08 AEST ]]> Recruiting for health, medical or psychosocial research using Facebook: systematic review https://ogma.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:24858 Wed 11 Apr 2018 10:54:42 AEST ]]> Free smoking cessation mobile apps available in Australia: a quality review and content analysis https://ogma.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:31287 Wed 11 Apr 2018 09:52:12 AEST ]]> Comparative efficacy of simultaneous versus sequential multiple health behavior change interventions among adults: a systematic review of randomised trials https://ogma.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:25455 Wed 11 Apr 2018 09:30:46 AEST ]]> Self-reported reasons for smoking: predicting abstinence and implications for smoking cessation treatments among those with a psychotic disorder https://ogma.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:27324 Wed 09 Mar 2022 16:01:49 AEDT ]]> A systematic review of the efficacy, effectiveness and cost-effectiveness of workplace-based interventions for the prevention and treatment of problematic substance use https://ogma.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:51460 Wed 06 Sep 2023 08:36:14 AEST ]]> Optimizing engagement in an online dietary intervention for depression (My Food & Mood version 3.0): cohort study https://ogma.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:38155 Wed 04 Aug 2021 18:23:45 AEST ]]> ‘I no longer know that person’: Experiences of families living with someone using crystal methamphetamine https://ogma.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:50362 Wed 03 Apr 2024 15:56:05 AEDT ]]> A Systematic Literature Review and Narrative Synthesis of Effective Interventions for Family and Caregivers of People Who Use Methamphetamine https://ogma.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:50436 Tue 25 Jul 2023 19:08:10 AEST ]]> ‘Now I Have Dreams in Place of the Nightmares’: An Updated Systematic Review of Post-Traumatic Growth Among Refugee Populations https://ogma.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:50363 Tue 25 Jul 2023 12:01:35 AEST ]]> Risk factors for eating disorders: findings from a rapid review https://ogma.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:52730 Tue 24 Oct 2023 10:39:46 AEDT ]]> The impact of tobacco smoking on treatment for comorbid depression and alcohol misuse https://ogma.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:13845 Tue 24 Aug 2021 14:32:38 AEST ]]> Social influence, addictions and the Internet: the potential of Web 2.0 technologies in enhancing treatment for alcohol/other drug use problems https://ogma.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:13831 Tue 24 Aug 2021 14:29:26 AEST ]]> Reasons for substance use among people with psychotic disorders: method triangulation approach https://ogma.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:13821 Tue 24 Aug 2021 14:26:14 AEST ]]> Preliminary outcomes of a computerized CBT/MET intervention for depressed cannabis users in psychiatry care https://ogma.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:36663 Tue 23 Jun 2020 11:12:42 AEST ]]> A multiple health behavior change, self-monitoring mobile app for adolescents: development and usability study of the Health4Life app https://ogma.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:45077 Tue 21 Mar 2023 16:58:28 AEDT ]]> Behavioral and Cognitive Outcomes of an Online Weight Loss Program for Men With Low Mood: A Randomized Controlled Trial https://ogma.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:48545 Tue 21 Mar 2023 15:23:47 AEDT ]]> Young People’s Support Needs During the Military–Civilian Transition: “I Would Have Been a Very Different Person if There was More Support Available” https://ogma.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:54143 Tue 06 Feb 2024 11:58:15 AEDT ]]> Predictors of acceptability and engagement in a self-guided online program for depression and anxiety. https://ogma.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:43857 Tue 04 Oct 2022 12:00:38 AEDT ]]> Therapeutic alliance in psychological treatment for depression and alcohol use comorbidity: The client's perspective. https://ogma.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:43849 Tue 04 Oct 2022 11:53:52 AEDT ]]> Online interventions for people hospitalized for deliberate self-harm and problematic alcohol use: Lessons learned from the iiAIM trial https://ogma.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:43846 Tue 04 Oct 2022 11:53:48 AEDT ]]> A mobile phone-based healthy lifestyle monitoring tool for people with mental health problems (MyHealthPA): Development and pilot testing https://ogma.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:34997 Tue 03 Sep 2019 18:01:15 AEST ]]> A web-based toolkit to provide evidence-based resources about crystal methamphetamine for the Australian community: collaborative development of Cracks in the Ice https://ogma.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:35570 Cracks in the Ice Community Toolkit was conducted in collaboration with community members across Australia and with experts working in the addiction field. The iterative process involved the following: (1) consultation with end users, including community members, crystal methamphetamine users, families and friends of someone using crystal methamphetamine, health professionals, and teachers (n=451) via a cross-sectional Web-based survey to understand information needs; (2) content and Web development; and (3) user testing of a beta version of the Web-based toolkit among end users (n=41) and experts (n=10) to evaluate the toolkit's acceptability, relevance, and appeal. Results: Initial end user consultation indicated that the most commonly endorsed reasons for visiting a website about crystal methamphetamine were "to get information for myself" (185/451, 41.0%) and "to find out how to help a friend or a family member" (136/451, 30.2%). Community consultation also revealed the need for simple information about crystal methamphetamine, including what it is, its effects, and when and where to seek help or support. Feedback on a beta version of the toolkit was positive in terms of content, readability, layout, look, and feel. Commonly identified areas for improvement related to increasing the level of engagement and personal connection, improving the ease of navigation, and balancing a "low prevalence of use, yet high impact" message. A total of 9138 users visited the website in the 3 months immediately post launch, and over 25,000 hard-copy Cracks in the Ice booklets and flyers were distributed across Australia. Of these resources, 60.93% (15,525/25,480) were distributed to relevant organizations and mailing list subscribers, and 39.07% (9955/25,480) were ordered directly by individuals, services, and community groups via the Cracks in the Ice website. Conclusions: The codevelopment process resulted in an engaging Web-based resource for the Australian community to access up-to-date and evidence-based resources about crystal methamphetamine. The Cracks in the Ice Community Toolkit provides much-needed information and support for individuals, families, and communities.]]> Thu 28 Oct 2021 13:02:29 AEDT ]]> A mobile app to provide evidence-based information about crystal methamphetamine (ice) to the community (Cracks in the Ice): co-design and beta testing https://ogma.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:35234 Cracks in the Ice mobile app provides evidence-based information about the drug crystal methamphetamine for the general community. The app is regularly updated, available via the Web and offline, and was developed in collaboration with experts and end users. Initial results indicate that it is easy to use and acceptable to the target group.]]> Thu 28 Oct 2021 12:36:35 AEDT ]]> Is a person thinking about suicide likely to find help on the internet? An evaluation of Google search results https://ogma.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:27332 Thu 27 Jan 2022 15:57:27 AEDT ]]> MR spectroscopy findings in retired professional rugby league players https://ogma.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:32339 Thu 24 May 2018 10:50:05 AEST ]]> Stigma, discrimination and crystal methamphetamine (‘ice’): current attitudes in Australia https://ogma.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:39797 Thu 23 Jun 2022 15:23:05 AEST ]]> Understanding ambivalence in help-seeking for suicidal-people with comorbid depression and alcohol misuse https://ogma.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:37283 Thu 17 Sep 2020 15:29:22 AEST ]]> Smartphone apps about crystal methamphetamine ("ice"): systematic search in app stores and assessment of composition and quality https://ogma.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:35484 Thu 15 Aug 2019 11:06:52 AEST ]]> An online intervention for co-occurring depression and problematic alcohol use in young people: primary outcomes from a randomized controlled trial https://ogma.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:24812 Thu 14 Apr 2022 11:00:32 AEST ]]> Clustering of multiple risk behaviors among a sample of 18-year-old Australians and associations with mental health outcomes: a latent class analysis https://ogma.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:32872 age = 18.88 years, SD = 0.42) completed an online self-report survey as part of the 5-year follow-up for the RCT. The survey assessed six behaviors (binge drinking and smoking in the past 6 months, moderate-to-vigorous physical activity/week, sitting time/day, fruit and vegetable intake/day, and sleep duration/night). Each behavior was represented by a dichotomous variable reflecting adherence to national guidelines. Exploratory analyses were conducted. Clusters were identified using latent class analysis. Results: Three classes emerged: "moderate risk" (moderately likely to binge drink and not eat enough fruit, high probability of insufficient vegetable intake; Class 1, 52%); "inactive, non-smokers" (high probabilities of not meeting guidelines for physical activity, sitting time and fruit/vegetable consumption, very low probability of smoking; Class 2, 24%), and "smokers and binge drinkers" (high rates of smoking and binge drinking, poor fruit/vegetable intake; Class 3, 24%). There were significant differences between the classes in terms of psychological distress (p = 0.003), depression (p < 0.001), and anxiety (p = 0.003). Specifically, Class 3 ("smokers and binge drinkers") showed higher levels of distress, depression, and anxiety than Class 1 ("moderate risk"), while Class 2 ("inactive, non-smokers") had greater depression than the "moderate risk" group. Discussion: Results indicate that risk behaviors are prevalent and clustered in 18-year old Australians. Mental health symptoms were significantly greater among the two classes that were characterized by high probabilities of engaging in multiple risk behaviors (Classes 2 and 3). An examination of the clustering of lifestyle risk behaviors is important to guide the development of preventive interventions. Our findings reinforce the importance of delivering multiple health interventions to reduce disease risk and improve mental well-being.]]> Thu 14 Apr 2022 10:58:55 AEST ]]> Supports and Interventions for Carers of a Person with Depressive or Anxiety Symptomology: A Systematic Review https://ogma.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:53749 Thu 11 Jan 2024 12:14:35 AEDT ]]> Latent class analysis of multiple health risk behaviors among Australian university students and associations with psychological distress https://ogma.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:38633 Thu 02 Dec 2021 15:37:24 AEDT ]]> Coronary heart disease risk reduction intervention among overweight smokers with a psychotic disorder: Pilot trial https://ogma.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:7280 Sat 24 Mar 2018 10:48:09 AEDT ]]> Adapting cognitive therapy for depression: managing complexity and comorbidity (book review) https://ogma.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:7073 Sat 24 Mar 2018 08:38:00 AEDT ]]> Brief cognitive behavioural interventions for regular amphetamine users: a step in the right direction https://ogma.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:1649 Sat 24 Mar 2018 08:30:38 AEDT ]]> Cognitive-behavioural therapy for substance use disorders in people with psychotic disorders: randomised controlled trial https://ogma.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:1164 Sat 24 Mar 2018 08:28:43 AEDT ]]> From comorbidity to multiple health behaviour change https://ogma.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:15600 Sat 24 Mar 2018 08:22:55 AEDT ]]> Screening and intervention for mental health problems in alcohol and other drug settings: can training change practitioner behaviour? https://ogma.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:14497 Sat 24 Mar 2018 08:21:40 AEDT ]]> Cigarette smoking and psychosis: naturalistic follow up 4 years after an intervention trial https://ogma.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:11330 Sat 24 Mar 2018 08:12:35 AEDT ]]> It's the thought that counts: craving metacognitions and their role in abstinence from methamphetamine use https://ogma.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:10227 Sat 24 Mar 2018 08:11:27 AEDT ]]> The feasibility and acceptability of a brief intervention for clients of substance use services experiencing symptoms of post traumatic stress disorder https://ogma.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:20243 Sat 24 Mar 2018 08:05:42 AEDT ]]> A randomized controlled trial of vocational intervention for young people with first-episode psychosis: method https://ogma.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:18211 Sat 24 Mar 2018 08:04:37 AEDT ]]> Physical, mental, and cognitive function in a convenience sample of centenarians in Australia https://ogma.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:17549 Sat 24 Mar 2018 08:03:52 AEDT ]]> Training for life: designing a game to engage younger people in a psychological counselling program https://ogma.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:20575 Sat 24 Mar 2018 08:02:37 AEDT ]]> To enforce or engage: the relationship between coercion, treatment motivation and therapeutic alliance within community-based drug and alcohol clients https://ogma.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:17282 Sat 24 Mar 2018 08:01:44 AEDT ]]> A systematic review of diffusion tensor imaging findings in sports-related concussion https://ogma.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:21170 ®, MEDLINE®, EMBASE, SPORTDiscus™, Scopus, Web of Science, and Informit; using the key search terms: diffusion tensor imaging, diffusion magnetic resonance imaging, diffusion weighted MRI, diffusion MRI, fractional anisotropy, tractography, apparent diffusion coefficient, magnetic resonance imaging, mild traumatic brain injury, mTBI, traumatic brain injury, concussion, sport, athletic and athlete. Observational, cohort, correlation, cross-sectional and longitudinal studies were all included in the current review. Results of the review found eight articles that met inclusion criteria, which included data on 214 athletes and 96 controls. Seven of eight studies reported some type of DTI abnormality, although the neuroanatomical sites involved varied. Although considerable methodological variations exist across studies, the current review suggests that DTI may possess adequate diagnostic sensitivity to detect SRC in affected athletes. Further longitudinal studies are required to demonstrate its discriminate validity and prognostic capacity within this field.]]> Sat 24 Mar 2018 07:58:05 AEDT ]]> The contribution of personality to longevity: findings from the Australian Centenarian Study https://ogma.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:20909 Sat 24 Mar 2018 07:57:55 AEDT ]]> A systematic review of concussion in rugby league https://ogma.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:21251 Sat 24 Mar 2018 07:54:34 AEDT ]]> A web-based intervention for users of amphetamine-type stimulants: 3-month outcomes of a randomized controlled trial https://ogma.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:19380 Sat 24 Mar 2018 07:52:10 AEDT ]]> Everything old is new again: the application of drug treatment to the emerging challenge of methamphetamine use and dependence https://ogma.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:6684 Sat 24 Mar 2018 07:46:10 AEDT ]]> Using the startle eye-blink to measure affect in players https://ogma.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:27310 Sat 24 Mar 2018 07:38:32 AEDT ]]> “Another tool in our toolbox”: a scoping review of the use of eHealth technologies in health social work practice https://ogma.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:50293 Sat 15 Jul 2023 11:29:05 AEST ]]> Individual placement and support for vocational recovery in first-episode psychosis: randomised controlled trial https://ogma.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:38337 Mon 30 Aug 2021 12:22:50 AEST ]]> Factors Predicting Trial Engagement, Treatment Satisfaction, and Health-Related Quality of Life During a Web-Based Treatment and Social Networking Trial for Binge Drinking and Depression in Young Adults: Secondary Analysis of a Randomized Controlled Trial https://ogma.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:49527 Mon 22 May 2023 08:31:19 AEST ]]> Age-varying associations between lifestyle risk factors and major depressive disorder: A nationally representative cross-sectional study of adolescents https://ogma.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:46397 n = 2967) and time-varying effect models were used to investigate the associations between lifestyle risk factors and the prevalence of MDD by sex. Results: The estimated prevalence of MDD significantly increased among adolescents from 4% (95% CI 3–6%) at 13 years of age to 19% (95% CI 15–24%) at 16 years of age. From the age of 13, males were significantly less likely to have a diagnosis of MDD than females with the maximum sex difference occurring at the age of 15 (OR 0.24, 95% CI 0.13–0.47). All lifestyle risk factors were at some point significantly associated with MDD, but these associations did not differ by sex, except for body mass index. Discussion: These findings suggest that interventions designed to prevent the development of depression should be implemented in early adolescence, ideally before or at the age of 13 and particularly among young females given that the prevalence of MDD begins to rise and diverge from young males. Interventions should also simultaneously address lifestyle risk factors and symptoms of major depression.]]> Mon 21 Nov 2022 14:57:46 AEDT ]]> Supporting friends and family of adults with a primary brain tumour: A systematic review https://ogma.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:47392 Mon 16 Jan 2023 16:13:38 AEDT ]]> Long-Term Recovery from Intimate Partner Violence: Recovery and Hope https://ogma.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:52636 n = 1116), using visual analog scales (VAS) for recovery, hope, and other demographic variables. Findings show that many women rated themselves as completely recovered (14% of the eligible sample and 22% of the women who had left their partner > 10 years previously). However, most women experienced recovery as an ongoing process of healing (81%) and some women made little recovery progress (5%). Nevertheless, 77% of women who had separated >10 years ago rated their recovery as significant (scores of >70/100). Surprisingly, hope and recovery scores were only moderately correlated. This requires further investigation to determine what impacts on hope in long-term recovery, and how subjective and objective measures of hope and recovery vary in the context of IPV. The VAS was an efficient unidimensional measure for an online survey and is proposed for use in clinical and service contexts requiring subjective measures.]]> Mon 13 Nov 2023 08:47:17 AEDT ]]> eHealth Services and SDG3: Increasing the Capacity of Care https://ogma.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:47024 Mon 13 Nov 2023 08:45:35 AEDT ]]> Internet-delivered tobacco treatment for people using cannabis: a randomized trial in two Australian cannabis clinics https://ogma.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:40382 internet-based Healthy Lifestyle Program (iHeLP; 4 modules). It was hypothesized that iHeLP completion would be associated with decreases in tobacco use and improved quality of life (QoL) and psychological health. It was also hypothesized that iHeLP completion would be higher in those who additionally received telephone support. Given that iHeLP aimed to improve healthy lifestyle behaviors, it was also hypothesized that there would be reductions in cannabis use. Methods: A total of 13 smokers seeking treatment for cannabis use were randomly allocated to iHeLP alone or iHeLP plus telephone support. Participants were engaged in iHeLP over 8 weeks and completed a 12-week follow-up assessment. Results: Results from 10 participants who completed the follow-up indicated that the acceptability of iHeLP was high-very high in terms of general satisfaction, appropriateness of services, effectiveness, and met need. Additional telephone support increased modal module completion rates for iHeLP from 0 to 2 but did not provide any other significant advantages over iHeLP alone in terms of cannabis use, tobacco use, QoL, or psychological health. Participants in the iHeLP-alone condition (n=4) reported a mean reduction of 5.5 (SD 9.00) tobacco cigarettes per day between baseline and follow-up, with a concomitant mean reduction in expired carbon monoxide (CO) of 5.5 parts per million (ppm, SD 6.91). The iHeLP plus telephone support group (n=6) reported a mean reduction of 1.13 (SD 4.88) tobacco cigarettes per day and a mean reduction of 9.337 ppm of expired CO (SD 5.65). A urinalysis indicated that abstinence from cannabis was achieved by 2 participants in the iHeLP-alone group and three participants in the iHeLP plus telephone support group. Between baseline and follow-up assessments, iHeLP-alone participants reported a mean reduction in days of use of cannabis in the prior month of 6.17 days (SD 13.30). The average reduction in the number of days of cannabis use for the iHeLP plus telephone support group was also 6.17 days (SD 13.59). Conclusions: Despite the small sample size, this study provides preliminary support for the use of internet-delivered, tobacco-focused interventions in tobacco smokers seeking treatment for cannabis use.]]> Mon 11 Jul 2022 10:53:44 AEST ]]> Are health behaviors associated with academic performance among tertiary education students? A systematic review of cohort studies https://ogma.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:47913 Mon 06 Feb 2023 16:06:00 AEDT ]]> Evaluation of a digital health initiative in illicit substance use: cross-sectional survey study https://ogma.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:45452 P=.02) and people who used crystal methamphetamine (P<.001). Website visitors had significantly higher baseline knowledge than naïve participants (P<.001). Among naïve participants, knowledge scores increased following exposure to the website (mean 15.2, SE 0.05) compared to baseline (mean 14.4, SE 0.05; P<.001). The largest shifts in knowledge were observed for items related to prevalence, legal issues, and the effects of the drug. Stigmatizing attitude scores among the naïve group were significantly lower following exposure to CITI (mean 41.97, SE 0.21) compared to baseline (mean 44.3, SE 0.21; P<.001). Conclusions: This study provides an innovative evaluation of a national eHealth resource. CITI is achieving its aim of disseminating evidence-based, nonstigmatizing, and useful information and resources about crystal methamphetamine to key end user groups and has received good usability scores across its target groups. Interaction with CITI led to immediate improvements in knowledge about crystal methamphetamine and a decrease in stigmatizing attitudes. CITI demonstrates the important role of digital information and support platforms for translating evidence into practice and improving knowledge and reducing stigma.]]> Fri 28 Oct 2022 14:31:30 AEDT ]]> Supporting engagement, adherence, and behavior change in online dietary interventions https://ogma.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:42120 Fri 26 Aug 2022 10:32:20 AEST ]]> Do outcomes of cognitive-behaviour therapy for co-occurring alcohol misuse and depression differ for participants with symptoms of posttraumatic stress? https://ogma.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:46474 N = 220) with current depressive symptoms and alcohol misuse were recruited from the DAISI project, a randomised controlled trial with four treatment arms. PTSD symptoms were assessed at baseline by the Posttraumatic Stress Diagnostic Scale and again at the 3-month assessment. Results: McNemars t-test assessed for changes in PTSD symptom severity and PTSD symptom clusters at the 3-month assessment. Repeated measures multivariate analysis of variance assessed for changes in PTSD symptoms, by DAISI treatment allocation. At the 3-month assessment, participants with PTSD reported significant reductions in PTSD symptoms (except intrusion) and a lower rate of PTSD, and responded better to integrated depression-alcohol misuse CBT than to the alcohol/depression single-focussed or brief interventions. Conclusion: Integrated depression and alcohol misuse CBT may be effective for PTSD symptoms, but intrusions may need to be addressed specifically.]]> Fri 25 Nov 2022 15:45:27 AEDT ]]> Barriers and facilitators to the use of e-health by older adults: a scoping review https://ogma.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:48636 Fri 24 Mar 2023 13:16:39 AEDT ]]> Disclosure of suicidal thoughts during an e-mental health intervention: relational ethics meets actor-network theory https://ogma.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:39929 Fri 22 Jul 2022 11:42:30 AEST ]]> Alcohol consumption in the Australian coal mining industry https://ogma.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:27360 Fri 22 Apr 2022 10:22:38 AEST ]]> Feasibility and Acceptability of a Novel Online Program for Mental Health Carers https://ogma.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:53135 Fri 17 Nov 2023 11:57:26 AEDT ]]> Health4Life eHealth intervention to modify multiple lifestyle risk behaviours among adolescent students in Australia: a cluster-randomised controlled trial https://ogma.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:53115 Fri 17 Nov 2023 11:27:53 AEDT ]]> Randomized controlled trial of online interventions for co-occurring depression and hazardous alcohol consumption: Primary outcome results https://ogma.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:48460 .05) in the number of MoodGYM modules completed between the two groups. Discussion and conclusion: The current trial found no benefit to providing a brief online intervention for hazardous alcohol consumption alongside one for depression among people experiencing these co-occurring disorders. Further, the finding that adding an online intervention for drinking to one for depression led to a small reduction in the number of times the interventions were accessed implies the need for caution when deciding how best to provide online help to those with co-occurring depression and hazardous alcohol consumption. Trial Registration: ClinicalTrials.gov NCT03421080.]]> Fri 17 Mar 2023 12:07:36 AEDT ]]> Efficacy of online lifestyle interventions targeting lifestyle behaviour change in depressed populations: A systematic review https://ogma.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:44403 Fri 14 Oct 2022 08:52:12 AEDT ]]> Research Translation and Impact of a Program of Work to Support Carers of a Person with Depressive or Anxiety Symptoms https://ogma.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:55137 Fri 12 Apr 2024 10:06:05 AEST ]]> Working with people experiencing psychotic disorders and co-occurring nicotine dependence: Attitudes and reflections from psychologists on the Healthy Lifestyles research trial https://ogma.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:46935 Fri 09 Dec 2022 09:27:24 AEDT ]]> Protective factors for mental and psychological wellbeing in Australian adults: A review https://ogma.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:49183 18 years). Data extraction was conducted using Covidence, and design quality was assessed according to the Levels of Evidence hierarchy. There was consistent evidence that components of social capital, physical and other lifestyle factors, individual attributes and creative arts constitute protective factors for mental and psychological wellbeing in Australian adults. The high prevalence of cross-sectional and self-report studies suggests more randomised and longitudinal research is needed. Additional qualitative research would facilitate a more detailed understanding of participants’ lived experiences and perspectives. Existing evidence indicates a significant, positive relationship between social capital, physical and other lifestyle factors, individual attributes and creative arts engagement, and mental and psychological wellbeing among particular groups of Australian adults. Implications are considered for the development of interventions that promote mental health and wellbeing across a wide range of Australian regions and populations.]]> Fri 05 May 2023 15:44:38 AEST ]]> Military family dynamics in transition: The experiences of young people when their families leave the Australian Defence Force https://ogma.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:45718 Fri 04 Nov 2022 09:31:12 AEDT ]]> Systematic review of the efficacy, effectiveness, and cost-effectiveness of stepped-care interventions for the prevention and treatment of problematic substance use https://ogma.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:49801 Fri 02 Jun 2023 17:06:43 AEST ]]> SMS4dads: providing information and support to new fathers through mobile phones - a pilot study https://ogma.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:32418 Fri 01 Jun 2018 12:37:12 AEST ]]> Functional connectivity changes in retired rugby league players: a data-driven functional magnetic resonance imaging study https://ogma.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:39976 controls group contrast. Post hoc seed-to-voxel analyses using the MVPA cluster results as seeds were performed to characterize functional connectivity abnormalities from brain regions identified by MVPA. MVPA revealed one cluster of abnormal functional connectivity located in cerebellar lobule V. This region of lobule V corresponded to the ventral attention network. Post hoc seed-to-voxel analysis using the cerebellar MVPA cluster as a seed revealed multiple areas of cerebral cortical hyper-connectivity and hypo-connectivity in retired athletes when compared with controls. This initial report suggests that cerebellar dysfunction might be present and clinically important in some retired athletes.]]> Fri 01 Jul 2022 09:51:32 AEST ]]>