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Social problems in Pakistani psychiatric patients.

K G Bender1

  • 1Inner City Mental Health Service, Royal Perth Hospital, Western Australia. keith.bender@rph.health.wa.gov.au

The International Journal of Social Psychiatry
|October 9, 2001
PubMed
Summary

Nearly half of psychiatric patients in Pakistan face social problems, particularly issues with support systems and relationships. These findings highlight the need for integrated psychosocial care and training for mental health professionals.

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Area of Science:

  • Psychiatry
  • Social Science
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Social problems are prevalent among psychiatric patients.
  • Understanding these issues is crucial for effective treatment and support.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To conduct a descriptive survey of social problems in general hospital psychiatric patients in Pakistan.
  • To identify the types and prevalence of social issues faced by this population.

Main Methods:

  • A case register-based descriptive survey was employed.
  • Data was collected from psychiatric patients in general hospitals in Pakistan.

Main Results:

  • 47.2% of psychiatric patients reported social problems.
  • Common issues included problems with primary support groups (33.4%), relational problems (14.2%), and bereavement (7.8%).

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  • Social problems were more frequent in females and those with adjustment disorder or depression.

    • Conclusions:

    • Psychiatric patients experience more social problems than those with physical conditions only.
    • Findings suggest a need for revised diagnostic categories, integrated psychosocial assessments, and specific psychotherapeutic interventions like grief counseling and family therapy.
    • Mental health professional training curricula in Pakistan should prioritize these areas.