Double Stigma: Reluctance to be referred to a psychiatrist among people with epilepsy and psychiatric comorbidities.

Introduction: Psychiatric comorbidities such as depression and anxiety disorders are highly prevalent among people with epilepsy (PWE). These two co-occurring chronic illnesses could lead to double stigma and negatively impact every aspect of psychiatric and epilepsy care for PWE, especially in help-seeking behavior. We aimed to identify the socio-demographic and clinical factors contributing to reluctance to be referred to a psychiatrist among PWE.

The effect of 20-minute mindful breathing exercise on psychological well-being in epilepsy: A pilot randomized controlled trial.

Introduction: Depression and anxiety are prevalent in epilepsy patients, but psychiatric or psychological services may not be accessible to all patients. This study aimed to determine the effectiveness of the 20-minute mindful breathing on the psychological well-being of PWE using an instructional video.

Method: This was a pilot, assessor-blinded, randomized controlled trial.

The Impact of COVID-19 on Values and Religiosity in a Multi-Ethnic Population.

We investigated the COVID-19 pandemic's impact on values and religiosity in multi-ethnic Malaysia. Values were measured as changes in values, daily activities, and life priorities using a 5-point Likert scale (-2 to +2). Centrality of Religiosity Scale measured changes in religiosity.

Feasibility of psychological screening in a tertiary epilepsy clinic.

Objective: People with epilepsy (PWE) have a high prevalence of developing depression and anxiety. The objective is to determine the feasibility of brief screening tools to screen for depression and anxiety in epilepsy, and the predictive factors.

Method: This is a cross-sectional study in the neurology clinic in a tertiary teaching hospital in Kuala Lumpur.

Mindfulness-based intervention to promote psychological wellbeing in people with epilepsy: A randomized controlled trial.

Background: We investigated the efficacy of mindfulness-based intervention (MBI) in promoting psychological wellbeing in people with epilepsy (PWE) using an assessor-blinded randomized controlled design.

Methods: A total of 28 PWE were randomly assigned to either intervention (n = 14 cases) or control group (n = 14 controls). The intervention group received a six 2.

Burden in caregivers of adults with epilepsy in Asian families.

Purpose: The literature on caregiver burden tends to focus on children and teenagers with epilepsy and less on adults. As caregiving is a dynamic, complex process across the trajectories, this study aims to examine the factors associated with caregiving burden in those caring for adults with epilepsy.

Method: This is a cross-sectional, survey-based study in which participants responded to questionnairesregarding perceived burden (ZBI), quality of life (IEQoL), psychological distress (DASS-21), family functioning (FAD) and perceived social support (MSPSS).

Positive psychological interventions for neurological disorders: A systematic review.

Objectives: Psychological well-being in people with neurological diseases can be compromised due to brain damage or psychological reactions towards chronic disabilities. This systematic review evaluated the efficacy of positive psychological intervention (PPI) in neurological populations.

Methods: Previous studies relevant to this topic were identified by searches in PUBMED, EMBASE, MEDLINE, and PSYCINFO databases from Jan 1980 to August 2017.

Positive psychological interventions for people with epilepsy: An assessment on factors related to intervention participation.

Background: Positive psychological interventions (PPI) are increasingly employed as a coping strategy with physical and mental conditions, including neurological diseases. Its effectiveness on improving wellbeing in people with epilepsy (PWE) has been shown in a few studies. This study aimed to explore factors related to participants' willingness to engage in psychological interventions from the perspective of patients with epilepsy.