Day 1 :
- Dual Diagnosis Disorders
Session Introduction
Sister Elena Marie Piteo
University of Notre Dame, Australia
Title: Social media and emotional regulation in young people A review of the literature
Biography:
Sister Elena Marie Piteo has completed her PhD from University of Adelaide and Postdoctoral studies from University of Adelaide. She is a Lecturer in Applied Psychology at the University of Notre Dame, Australia
Abstract:
Previous research has found associations between traditional media use such as television and movies on children’s mental health. There is now evidence, to suggest that newer media such as Online Social Media Platforms (SNS) may also have significant effects on children’s emotional regulation including anxiety and depression. Given that SNS have become a pervasive part of culture and may offer several advantages, it is critical to consider whether problematic online behaviors may be detrimental to the health and wellbeing of younger people. The aim of this study was to identify and summarize research examining how the use of SNS affects emotional regulation skills in children and adolescence (5-18 years). It also aimed to consider other social variables that may influence the strength of this relationship. A database search was performed using PubMed and PSYCINFO. Areas of interest included considering the quality of the online friendship, and what conditions are necessary for the use of SNS to interfere with the development of normal emotional regulation. It is possible that if young people replace face to face interactions with online interactions and are rejected, this may further exacerbate symptoms. On the other hand, the quality of the relationship may be cultivated if they supplement their existing friendships with online relationships. Young people who seek SNS to avoid distressing emotions may not be able to learn how to develop appropriate internal regulatory mechanisms to cope with their emotions. Findings from such research promise to help clinicians and educators in targeting vulnerable young people who are at risk of developing mental health problems.
Kashmira Nanji
The Aga Khan University Karachi, Pakistan
Title: Prevalence and correlates of cognitive impairment among older adults (> 60 Years): Results of a community based study from an urban city of Pakistan
Biography:
Kashmira Nanji has completed her Masters in Epidemiology and Biostatistics from the Aga Khan University Hospital, Karachi, Pakistan. She has published over 50 papers in reputed journals and has been serving as Reviewer and Editorial Board Member of many journals.
Abstract:
Biography:
Sophia Ali, Certified Movement-Based Expressive Arts Therapist from Tamalpa Institute (California, USA). An MA in Clinical Psychology from Amity University (Noida) and certification in creative movement therapy from Creative Movement Therapy Association of India (Bangalore).
Abstract:
Norman S Miller
USA Michigan State University College of Human Medicine, USA
Title: Psychiatric diagnoses and chronic opioid use
Biography:
Norman S Miller, MD, JD, PLLC, is the Medical Director, Detoxification and Residential Programs, Bear River Health at Walloon Lake, and the President, Health Advocates PLLC. He is a Psychiatrist in East Lansing, Michigan and is affiliated with multiple hospitals in the area, including Covenant Medical Center and DMC Detroit Receiving Hospital. He received his medical degree from Howard University College of Medicine and has been in practice for 41 years. He is one of 6 doctors at Covenant Medical Center and one of 26 at DMC Detroit Receiving Hospital who specialized in Psychiatry.
Abstract:
The psychiatric symptoms, particularly depression and anxiety, associated with chronic use of opioid medications as a result of overprescribing are common and debilitating. Opioid medications are classified as depressants and induce serious depression and anxiety, particularly with chronic and persistent use. The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, fifth edition (DSM- 5) provides diagnoses for these opioid-induced conditions. Substance-induced disorders, particularly for depression and anxiety, include intoxication and withdrawal, substance/medication-induced depressive disorder and substance/medication-induced anxiety disorder. Importantly, DSM-5 criteria indicate that diagnoses for major depressive disorder and anxiety disorder cannot be made if there is a substance, such as opioid medications, responsible for the condition. Often the way to distinguish between a substanceinduced disorder and an independent major depressive or anxiety disorder is to discontinue the opioid medications. Given that opioids are not efficacious for long-term prescribing, discontinuation of the medication is the treatment of choice.