Publications by authors named "Manjeet Santre"

Background: Amputation significantly impacts an individual's physical and psychological well-being. It is essential to understand these implications of amputation as well as the coping and resilience of amputees as part of comprehensive patient care.

Aim: To study depression, anxiety, coping, and resilience among tertiary care amputee cases.

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  • The study investigates the relationship between autistic symptoms and intellectual disability (ID), noting that individuals with both conditions face higher disability levels.
  • Out of 150 individuals with ID, 18% were found to have comorbid autism spectrum disorder (ASD), and a significant link was observed between the severity of ID and autism severity.
  • The conclusion emphasizes the importance of better assessment methods to enhance rehabilitation strategies for individuals experiencing both ID and autistic traits.
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Background: Telepsychiatry as a vehicle for delivering mental health services became evident due to outburst of mental health issues during coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic and it was found useful in providing mental health care while maintaining social distancing norms and lockdown guidelines.

Aim: To study clinical profile and sociodemographic profile of patients utilizing telepsychiatry services during COVID-19 pandemic.

Materials And Methods: Total 70 old follow-up and 42 new patients were consulted on telepsychiatry, as per Indian Telepsychiatry Operational Guidelines 2020 given by NIMHANS, during 1 and 2 wave of COVID-19 pandemic from June 2020 to May 2021.

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Background: Unhealthy alcohol use is associated with increased morbidity and mortality among persons with HIV and tuberculosis (TB). Computer-based interventions (CBIs) can reduce unhealthy alcohol use, are scalable, and may improve outcomes among patients with HIV or TB.

Objective: We assessed the acceptability, adaptability, and feasibility of a novel CBI for alcohol reduction in HIV and TB clinical settings in Pune, India.

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COVID-19 pandemic is generating considerable stress in the population. Uncertain prognosis, looming severe shortages of resources for testing and treatment, imposition of unfamiliar public health measures (infringing on personal freedoms), large and growing financial losses, and conflicting messages from authorities are few of the major stressors due to COVID-19. The effect due to COVID varies from individual to individual.

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