Journal of Neurological, Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing

From Mood Swings to Mindful Living: Coping with PMS of Reproductive Age Women

2026-01-23T04:44:23+00:00

Premenstrual Syndrome is a common condition characterized by a range of emotional, physical, psychological and behavioural disturbances that occur after ovulation and last till menstrual flow. Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) is an important health concern among adolescent girls and women of reproductive age, as it can adversely affect daily activities, interpersonal relationships, academic performance, and overall psychological well-being. It is a cluster of physical as well as emotional symptoms that appear on a regular basis before the onset of the menstrual cycle. It is often experienced by various psychological impairments such as mood swings, irritability, anxiety, depression etc. The precise cause of PMS is still unknown despite substantial study, and there is presently no proven treatment. Nonetheless, a mix of pharmaceutical and nonpharmacological treatments can successfully lessen the intensity of symptoms. This article reviewed was conducted using PubMed, Scopus and Google Scholar, findings from national and international peer-reviewed journals published between 2014 and 2025, with the intention of classifying and identifying coping mechanisms used by women to manage PMS symptoms. Thirty-two studies were included. The review reveals a wide range of coping strategies adopted by women, which fall under four broad categories such as psychological, behavioural, lifestyle-related, and alternative/complementary methods.

Additionally, because of their accessibility and low side effects, supplementary methods including yoga, meditation, relaxation techniques, and herbal therapies are being used more and more. The review also highlights the critical role of social support, awareness, and health education significantly enhance coping ability. Integrative health programs that incorporate counselling, education, and lifestyle change are crucial for promoting optimal PMS management. To investigate long-term, sustainable, and culturally sensitive coping mechanisms suited to a variety of people, more study is required

Case Report on Neurodevelopmental Condition Accompanied by Anomalies in the Brain and Baldness

2026-01-31T08:09:48+00:00

Background: Heterozygous pathogenic mutations in KDM6B have recently been connected to a rare neurodevelopmental illness called "Neurodevelopmental disorder with coarse facies and mild distal skeletal abnormalities". This disorder is characterised by nonpathognomonic body and face dysmorphisms, a variety of behavioural and neurodevelopmental problems, and nonspecific neuroradiological abnormalities. Histone demethylase is expressed in multiple tissues during development and is encoded by the protein KDM6B, which controls the accessibility of chromatin by RNA polymerase, hence regulating gene expression. A case of an 8-year-old male patient in AVBRH Sawangi Meghe with a novel de novo pathogenic variation in KDM6B is reported, manifesting behavioural characteristics linked to oppositional defiant disorder, ADHD, and autism spectrum disorders, dysgraphia, facial dysmorphisms, and a single seizure episode. Additionally, the patient had a single cerebellar heterotopic nodule detected on neuroimaging, which has never been reported in this line of work. These results broaden the range of symptoms associated with this disease, providing important information for genetic counselling and suggesting a possible function for KDM6B in cerebellar development.

Enhancing Suicide Prevention Knowledge Among Adolescents Through Structured Teaching

2026-01-31T08:55:43+00:00

Suicide in adolescents is a serious concern, particularly in places with poor and moderate incomes, where knowledge of risk factors and prevention measures is still lacking. The current study sought to ascertain the influence of a structured education program on teenagers' understanding of risk factors and suicide behaviour prevention. A one-group pretest-post-test quantitative pre-experimental design was used. Using simple random sampling, sixty teenagers between the ages of 13 and 18 from particular Government Boys and Girls Higher Secondary Schools in Baramulla were chosen. A self-structured knowledge questionnaire was used to gather data. A comprehensive training program that focused on risk factors, warning signals, and preventive strategies of suicide behaviour was implemented after the baseline evaluation. On the seventh day, a post-test evaluation was carried out. Data analysis was done using both descriptive and inferential statistics. The majority of individuals had inadequate to fairly adequate knowledge, according to pretest results. The majority of teenagers achieved appropriate knowledge levels, and post-intervention findings demonstrated a significant improvement. From 12.6 ± 3.15 in the pretest to 22.0 ± 2.6 in the post-test, there was a significant increase in the mean knowledge score (t = 32.57, p < 0.05). The chosen demographic characteristic and pretest knowledge scores did not significantly correlate. The study comes to the conclusion that school-based mental health efforts should incorporate structured teaching programs since they are very effective at increasing adolescents' understanding of suicide prevention.

An Assessment of Mental Health Among Nursing Students Using the Mental Health Battery at Selected Nursing Colleges in Chamarajanagar District

2026-02-25T11:06:59+00:00

Mental health is a key determinant of academic performance and professional readiness among nursing students who are exposed to sustained academic and clinical demands. The present study employed a descriptive cross-sectional design to assess the mental health status of B.Sc. Nursing students using the standardized Mental Health Battery (MHB). A total of 200 students were selected through convenience sampling from nursing colleges in the Chamarajanagar district. The MHB assessed six dimensions, emotional stability, overall adjustment, autonomy, security–insecurity, self-concept, and intelligence. The findings indicated that 28% of students had poor mental health, 70.5% had average mental health, and 1.5% had good mental health. Male students demonstrated significantly higher overall mental health scores than female students (t = 2.24, p = 0.02), suggesting a better mental health status among males in this sample. Significant gender differences were observed in emotional stability, adjustment, self-concept, and intelligence (p < 0.05). Mental health status also varied significantly according to academic year (F = 2.95, p = 0.03) and socio-economic status (F = 3.42, p = 0.03). These findings underscore the need for systematic mental health screening and the implementation of structured psychological support services within nursing institutions to enhance students’ well-being and academic functioning.

A Study on the Impact of an Educational Intervention on Knowledge Regarding Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder among Parents of Primary School Children in Mysuru

2026-03-20T11:50:57+00:00

The characteristics of Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder, a mental illness affecting children, are extreme irritation and frequent, out-of-control tantrums that are unprovoked and inappropriate for the child's age and developmental stage. They conceptualized it to provide a more reliable diagnostic paradigm for children with chronic mood dysregulation and to address the over diagnosis of pediatrics bipolar disorder. With symptoms that last for at least twelve months in various environments, including family, school, and peer relationships, this disease is usually diagnosed between the ages of six and eighteen, and it usually manifests before the age of ten. After much deliberation, the American Psychiatric Association (APA) finally included DMDD as a mood disorder in the DSM-5 in 2013. In 2018, the diagnostic rate for DMDD surpassed that of bipolar illness in children and adolescents aged 10–17. The prevalence of bipolar diagnosis in children and adolescents fell sharply between 2013 and 2018, suggesting that DMDD is replacing bipolar disorder as the primary diagnosis for many children who would have had depression before 2013.

Children who suffer from DMDD often struggle in school, have trouble getting along with family members, and have trouble fitting in with their peers. Co morbidities with other mental health conditions, such as ADHD, ODD, anxiety disorders, and depression, make diagnosis and treatment planning more challenging. Not bipolar disorder, but depressive and anxiety disorders in adults and adolescence are more likely to be related with DMDD, according to current data. Psychosocial therapies, including parent management training, cognitive-behavioral therapy, school-based supports, and pharmaceutical treatment explicitly authorized for DMDD, are part of a multi-faceted approach to managing DMDD. "Shortening the duration of emotional and functional disabilities requires prompt diagnosis and treatment. In order to provide therapeutic recommendations based on evidence and to better understand the neurobiological basis, more study is necessary.

Aims & Objectives: The study's overarching goal is to determine whether or whether parents of students enrolled in a sample of primary schools in Mysuru gained any useful information from a systematic teaching program on the symptoms, signs, and treatment options for children with disruptive mood dysregulation disorder.

Objectives:

The purpose of this study is to evaluate parents' prior knowledge on the topic of disruptive mood dysregulation disorder in children, with an eye toward early diagnosis and treatment.
The purpose of this study is to assess the efficacy of a parent-led structured instruction program in assisting with the early diagnosis and treatment of disruptive mood dysregulation disorder.
This study aims to identify demographic characteristics that may be associated with children's pre-test knowledge scores on disruptive mood dysregulation disorder.

Hypothesis

H₁: There will be a statistically significant difference between the mean pre-test and Post-test knowledge score regarding the early identification and management of disruptive mood dysregulation Disorder in children among parents at selected primary schools in Mysuru.

H₂: There will be an association between pre-test knowledge scores regarding early Identification and management of Disruptive mood dysregulation Disorder in Children with selected demographic variables among Parents.

Childhood Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder as a Precursor to Bipolar Disorder

2026-03-25T11:57:09+00:00

Background: Emerging evidence suggests that childhood attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) may increase the risk of developing bipolar disorder in adulthood. Early identification of at-risk individuals is critical for timely intervention and improved clinical outcomes.

Methods: In this quantitative retrospective study, 374 participants aged 20–25 years were purposively sampled from multiple sources, including hospital and psychiatric clinic records, community mental health centers, national/regional databases, and school/pediatric records. Childhood ADHD was assessed using the Vanderbilt Assessment Scale (NICHQ), and bipolar disorder was evaluated with the Bipolar Disorder Self-Assessment Test. Primary outcomes included the prevalence of bipolar disorder among individuals with childhood ADHD and the potential association between ADHD and later mood disorder onset.

Results: A considerable proportion of participants with childhood ADHD exhibited symptoms consistent with bipolar disorder in young adulthood. Findings indicate a notable qualitative association between early ADHD and increased vulnerability to bipolar disorder, suggesting that ADHD may serve as an early clinical marker for subsequent mood disorder risk.

Conclusion: Childhood ADHD appears to be a significant precursor to bipolar disorder, underscoring the need for proactive monitoring and long-term follow-up in this population. Early detection and ongoing clinical vigilance may facilitate timely interventions, potentially mitigate the impact of emerging mood disorders, and improve patient outcomes.