Tualang honey supplementation as cognitive enhancer in patients with schizophrenia

Schizophrenia is a chronic mental illness with major clusters of symptoms, including positive symptoms, negative symptoms and cognitive impairment. It is debilitating and common. It occurs in approximately 1% or nearly 21 millions of world population (WHO, 2018). Locally, the National Mental Health Registry (NMHR) at the Ministry of Health Malaysia reported an incidence rate of between 7.3 to 43.0 per 100 000 population (Malaysia, 2005). A weakening in at least one of the cognitive function domain occurred in 80% of schizophrenia patients (R. S. E. Keefe and Fenton, 2007) and cognitive impairment is a core feature. Cognitive impairment is both predictive for functional outcomes and a treatment target (Green et al., 2004)

Fundamental of Entrepreneurship ENT300 : Star Fish Supplier Sdn Bhd / Dayangku Nurhudallilmuttaqin... [et al.]

STAR FISH SUPPLIER SDN BHD is a partnership company aimed to be the main supplier of the fish – Tilapia-. There are five members of the partnership which are the General Manager, Administration Manager, Operation Manager, Financial Manager and Marketing Manager. The major objective of our company is to supply the fish- Tilapia to the wholesaler and the small industry that process the salted fish and etc. In any business, especially in this kind of business, every shareholder should be responsible and have the spirit and encouragement of team work in performing their task n activities to make sure everything runs smoothly, systematically and properly. It is important because it leads the company in gaining more profit and also to keep the person to be more productive, creative and innovative. After doing the observation and research on the business opportunity in Kota Samarahan, our group decided to specify our business in selling our service on supplier concepts. Our group has come up with the business plan of partnership whereby our organization's name will be known as STAR FISH SUPPLIER SDN BHD. Our company will be located at Desa Ilmu, Kota Samarahan. We will operate from 8.30 am to 5.00 p.m on Monday to Friday. On Saturday we will be operate from 9.00 am to 2.00 p.m. Our business will be clos

Remission of symptoms among schizophrenia patients receiving assertive community treatment (ACT) in Malaysia: one year follow-up

Assertive community treatment (ACT) is one of the most important elements of mental health care reform in Malaysia. Many studies worldwide have reliably found that ACT has positive impact on several outcome domains such as reduced hospitalization rate, improvement of symptoms and quality of life. This study aimed to assess the outcome of ACT in the aspect of symptom remission and its influencing factors among patients with schizophrenia in the urban city of Kuala Lumpur. A cross sectional study was conducted on 155 patients with schizophrenia who received ACT in Hospital Kuala Lumpur (HKL). The selection was made by simple random sampling. The abbreviated Brief Psychiatric Rating Scale (BPRS) was used to determine the status of symptom remission. The socio demographic and relevant clinical data were also assessed. A total of 76% (118) was noted to be in remission. According to logistic regression, the strongest predictor of patients receiving ACT with symptom remission was having good social support (p<0.001) and with higher educational level (p=0.024). The study revealed the effectiveness of ACT in terms of high prevalence of patients with symptom remission. This was despite the model of ACT being studied not fulfilling all fidelity measurements of the standard version of the service. The finding would hopefully act as a propeller for further development in this service area. However, the study needs to be replicated through studies with better designs and involving more psychiatric centers

Using the modified socio-ecological model to address stigma against non-suicidal self-injury among adolescents in Malaysia

Non-suicidal self-injury is defined as an intentional injury to one’s body without a desire to cause death. It may involve acts that include, but are not limited to, damaging one’s own skin and self-poisoning for purposes that are not socially sanctioned. In this article, the term “non-suicidal self-injury” (NSSI) and its acronym NSSI are preferred because it is a diagnostic entity in the fifth edition of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5). NSSI usually follows a behavioral cycle. It often begins with negative emotions such as depression, anxiety, or stress. These emotions can trigger the urge to engage in NSSI, as individuals use self-harm as a coping mechanism to regulate their emotions. This can then trigger a new cycle of negative emotions, vulnerability factors, urges, and self-injury. Breaking the cycle of NSSI can be challenging and often requires the support of mental health professionals and the development of healthy coping mechanisms to regulate negative emotions

Effect of 'Kuat' a theory- and web-based health education intervention on mental health literacy among university students: A study protocol.

BackgroundMental health problems, particularly depression and anxiety disorders are the leading causes of disease burden. Despite the effectiveness of mental healthcare services and the impairing effects of untreated mental health problems, the rate of help-seeking is low among young people. In addition, the mental health burden gap is high in low- and middle-income countries. Good mental health literacy has been associated with better help-seeking.AimsThis study aims to evaluate the effect of theory- and web-based health education intervention on mental health literacy among foundation students at a public university in Malaysia.MethodsA randomised controlled trial study will be conducted among foundation students. Participants will be recruited and randomly assigned to either the intervention or control group. The intervention will be conducted for two weeks with a one-month follow-up. The health education intervention will be developed according to the Information, Motivation, and Behavioural Skill Theory, and will be delivered via a website. The outcome will be measured using validated, self-administered questionnaires. at baseline, post-intervention, and one-month follow up. The data will be analysed using Generalised Estimating Equation (GEE). This study is registered to the Thai Clinical Trial Registry (TCTR) (reference number: TCTR20210705006), dated 4th July 2021.ConclusionsThe results from this study will be useful for relevant authorities to take further efforts in mental health promotion among young people

Flow diagram of study conduct based on CONSORT statement.

Flow diagram of study conduct based on CONSORT statement.</p

Structure of the health education intervention.

BackgroundMental health problems, particularly depression and anxiety disorders are the leading causes of disease burden. Despite the effectiveness of mental healthcare services and the impairing effects of untreated mental health problems, the rate of help-seeking is low among young people. In addition, the mental health burden gap is high in low- and middle-income countries. Good mental health literacy has been associated with better help-seeking.AimsThis study aims to evaluate the effect of theory- and web-based health education intervention on mental health literacy among foundation students at a public university in Malaysia.MethodsA randomised controlled trial study will be conducted among foundation students. Participants will be recruited and randomly assigned to either the intervention or control group. The intervention will be conducted for two weeks with a one-month follow-up. The health education intervention will be developed according to the Information, Motivation, and Behavioural Skill Theory, and will be delivered via a website. The outcome will be measured using validated, self-administered questionnaires. at baseline, post-intervention, and one-month follow up. The data will be analysed using Generalised Estimating Equation (GEE). This study is registered to the Thai Clinical Trial Registry (TCTR) (reference number: TCTR20210705006), dated 4th July 2021.ConclusionsThe results from this study will be useful for relevant authorities to take further efforts in mental health promotion among young people.</div

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BackgroundMental health problems, particularly depression and anxiety disorders are the leading causes of disease burden. Despite the effectiveness of mental healthcare services and the impairing effects of untreated mental health problems, the rate of help-seeking is low among young people. In addition, the mental health burden gap is high in low- and middle-income countries. Good mental health literacy has been associated with better help-seeking.AimsThis study aims to evaluate the effect of theory- and web-based health education intervention on mental health literacy among foundation students at a public university in Malaysia.MethodsA randomised controlled trial study will be conducted among foundation students. Participants will be recruited and randomly assigned to either the intervention or control group. The intervention will be conducted for two weeks with a one-month follow-up. The health education intervention will be developed according to the Information, Motivation, and Behavioural Skill Theory, and will be delivered via a website. The outcome will be measured using validated, self-administered questionnaires. at baseline, post-intervention, and one-month follow up. The data will be analysed using Generalised Estimating Equation (GEE). This study is registered to the Thai Clinical Trial Registry (TCTR) (reference number: TCTR20210705006), dated 4th July 2021.ConclusionsThe results from this study will be useful for relevant authorities to take further efforts in mental health promotion among young people.</div

Schedule of enrolment, interventions, measurement, and assessment.

Schedule of enrolment, interventions, measurement, and assessment.</p