Publications by authors named "O Kothgassner"
Mental health of non-binary youth: a systematic review and meta-analysis.
Child Adolesc Psychiatry Ment Health
October 2024
Background: Non-binary identities are increasingly recognized within the spectrum of gender diversity, yet there is a dearth of research exploring the mental health challenges specific to this population. Therefore, this systematic review and meta-analysis aimed to comprehensively assess the mental health outcomes of non-binary youth in comparison to their transgender and cisgender peers.
Methods: A systematic search was conducted to identify relevant studies across three electronic databases (PubMed, Scopus, Web of Science) covering the period from inception to October 2023.
Article Synopsis
- Established treatments for PTSD are less effective for those with comorbid borderline personality disorder (BPD) symptoms, leading to a need for specialized approaches like Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).
- A systematic review and meta-analysis of 13 articles involving 663 participants was conducted to evaluate the efficacy of PTSD-specific DBT treatments.
- Results showed that DBT treatments significantly reduced PTSD and depression symptoms, as well as dissociative symptoms, BPD-related symptoms, and non-suicidal self-injury frequency, indicating DBT's effectiveness in this population.
Exploring the relationship between media use and depressive symptoms among gender diverse youth: findings of the Mental Health Days Study.
Child Adolesc Psychiatry Ment Health
August 2024
Background: Over the past decades, media use has become a key aspect of young people's daily lives, significantly shaping their social interactions, learning processes, and recreational pursuits. At the same time, healthcare professionals and researchers are increasingly concerned about the impact of media use on young people's mental health. This concern is particularly relevant for gender diverse youth who may have distinct experiences with media that could impact their mental health uniquely compared to their peers, such as increased exposure to cyberbullying and negative content regarding their gender identity.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFObjectives: The COVID-19 pandemic has had unprecedented and deteriorating effects on the mental health of adolescents and young adults. Various studies have described changes regarding substance abuse, but findings are conflicting.
Study Design: We conducted a cross-sectional online survey on nicotine, alcohol, and illicit drug use.