https://sloap.org/journal/index.php/ijhms/issue/feed International journal of health & medical sciences 2024-12-31T00:00:00+00:00 Prof. Tihnov Koldoris ijhms@sloap.org Open Journal Systems <p style="text-align: justify;"><strong>IJHMS </strong>is published in English and it is open to authors around the world regardless of the nationality. The frequency or number of issues per year is continous.<br />ISSN 2632-9433</p> https://sloap.org/journal/index.php/ijhms/article/view/2328 Exploring religion's influence on causing emotional distress 2024-11-05T06:45:30+00:00 I Ketut Arya Santosa drarya.rsjbali@gmail.com Michael Surya drarya.rsjbali@gmail.com Komang Ana Mahardika drarya.rsjbali@gmail.com Rini Trisnowati drarya.rsjbali@gmail.com <p>While Hinduism offers many positive teachings and practices that promote well-being, certain interpretations and pressures within the religion—such as rigid social hierarchies, religious guilt, and community pressure—can also contribute to feelings of isolation, low self-worth, and anxiety. Cultural pressures and gender-specific roles within Hindu families can also significantly impact mental health, particularly for married Hindu women who face the dual responsibilities of managing household chores and fulfilling religious obligations. These expectations to raise children, participate in daily prayers, and uphold familial honor can lead to emotional and psychological overwhelm, resulting in heightened stress levels and decreased mental well-being. It is essential to recognize that the effects of these pressures vary widely based on individual experiences, family dynamics, and personal beliefs. By emphasizing flexibility, inclusivity, and mental health awareness within Hindu communities, we can help mitigate these negative impacts and foster a supportive environment where individuals can balance spiritual practices with their well-being.</p> 2024-11-05T00:00:00+00:00 Copyright (c) 2024 International journal of health & medical sciences https://sloap.org/journal/index.php/ijhms/article/view/2329 Relationship of strength and difficulty factors and video game addiction in adolescents of Denpasar Junior High School 2024-11-05T10:43:24+00:00 I Gde Yudhi Kurniawan dryudhi.rsjbali@gmail.com I Komang Ana Mahardika dryudhi.rsjbali@gmail.com Luh Nyoman Alit Aryani dryudhi.rsjbali@gmail.com I Ketut Arya Santosa dryudhi.rsjbali@gmail.com <p>Introduction: Video game addiction in adolescents can result in negative impacts on daily functioning, including personal, social, and educational. Finding the strength and difficulty factors and the related factors is beneficial for better diagnosis and treatment. Method: This study was conducted using a cross-sectional study design to examine the relationship between strength and difficulty factors and video game addiction. The research was conducted at three chosen junior high schools in Denpasar City from March to April 2024. The inclusion criteria are junior high school students in Denpasar City. The exclusion criteria were students with severe comorbidities, a history of psychiatric disorders, and who refused research approval. Data analysis consists of descriptive statistical analysis, proportional comparison analysis, and logistic regression tests. Result: From the 209 samples, 56.9% were male, 36.4% played long games, 71.3% had WIFI at home, and 64.6% had low-income parents. The distribution of supporting and confounding factors in the sample based on the Strength and Difficulty Questionnaire (SDQ) found that the prevalence of abnormal emotions was 82 (39.2%), abnormal Conduct was 67 (32.1%), abnormal hyperactivity was 105 (50.2%), abnormal peer was 139 (66.5%), total difficulty (ECHP) was 131 (62.7%) and abnormal prosocial was 23 (11%).&nbsp;</p> 2024-11-05T00:00:00+00:00 Copyright (c) 2024 International journal of health & medical sciences https://sloap.org/journal/index.php/ijhms/article/view/2332 Psychiatric considerations of multiple sclerosis 2024-11-07T00:23:41+00:00 Yostin Raúl Menéndez-Mendoza yrmenendezm@gmail.com Katherine Liliam Noroña-Montes Katherinenorona@outlook.com Dayanna Michelle Zambrano-Bravo dzambrano2263@utm.edu.ec Thalia Fuentes-Leyva fuentesthalia123@gmail.com <p>Multiple sclerosis is a degenerative neuroinflammatory disease that affects the central nervous system with a wide range of neurological and psychiatric symptoms. A correct differential diagnosis is crucial for the management of pathology and there are specific diagnostic methods. This study presents the case of a 53-year-old patient diagnosed with Strumpell-Lorrain disease resistant to psychopharmacological treatment for depression and anxiety who, after the change of diagnosis and therapy to multiple sclerosis, showed clinical improvement in psychiatric symptoms.</p> 2024-11-07T00:00:00+00:00 Copyright (c) 2024 International journal of health & medical sciences https://sloap.org/journal/index.php/ijhms/article/view/2333 Spiritual psychosis in a Balinese patient with cultural and religious influences 2024-11-07T04:41:24+00:00 Bagus Surya Kusumadewa bagussurya98@yahoo.com I Komang Ana Mahardika bagussurya98@yahoo.com Ni Putu Mulyati bagussurya98@yahoo.com Luh Nyoman Triwidayani Aryda bagussurya98@yahoo.com <p>This case study presents a unique intersection between cultural beliefs, religious practices, and psychosis in a Balinese patient, observed during a 14-day hospitalization in the Intensive Psychiatry Care Unit (IPCU) at the Provincial Psychiatric Hospital, Bali. The patient, a middle-aged Balinese man with minimal formal education, exhibited symptoms of psychosis interwoven with his deep religious convictions and a belief in his role as a devout follower ("ngiring") of deities. He reported auditory and tactile hallucinations that he interpreted as divine messages, compelling him to perform religious rituals to prevent disaster. These experiences, perceived by the patient as sacred, ultimately culminated in aggressive behavior leading to his hospitalization. This case highlights the diagnostic and therapeutic challenges in differentiating spiritual practices from psychotic symptoms and underscores the importance of culturally sensitive psychiatric care.</p> 2024-11-07T00:00:00+00:00 Copyright (c) 2024 International journal of health & medical sciences