https://he01.tci-thaijo.org/index.php/cdmh/issue/feed International Journal of Child Development and Mental Health 2024-12-23T15:45:43+07:00 Dr. Samai Sirithongthaworn cdmhjournalricd2015@gmail.com Open Journal Systems <p>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; The main aim of the journal is to encourage scholars, health providers, and child development and Mental health specialists to publish scholarly articles that include original and review articles, case studies, case reports, miscellany and systemic reviews related to child development and mental health. The Journal is published twice a year in<strong> January - June,&nbsp;</strong>and <strong>July - December</strong> by Rajanagarindra Institute of Child Development, Department of Mental Health, Ministry of Public Health, Thailand. This journal is the peer-reviewed journal.</p> <p><strong>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; </strong>International Journal of Child Development and Mental Health is an <strong><em>Open Access Journal</em></strong>, and all articles are immediately and permanently free for everyone to read and download upon publication.<strong>&nbsp;Print ISSN: 2286 - 7481, E-ISSN: 2586-887X</strong></p> https://he01.tci-thaijo.org/index.php/cdmh/article/view/269630 Effectiveness of Implementing the Positive Thinking Modeling and Mindfulness Training Program in Depressed Caregivers of Autistic Children. 2024-05-16T10:02:43+07:00 Chadaporn Kamfu asd_lovely@hotmail.com Patraporn Pattarasakoon asd_lovely@hotmail.com Hunsa Sethabouppha asd_lovely@hotmail.com <p>Long-term caregivers of children with autism may develop <span style="text-decoration: line-through;">to </span>depression. This study aimed to compare the mean scores for depression and positive thinking of caregivers of autistic children at baseline and at one month after receiving the positive thinking modeling and mindfulness training program. The sample included 30 caregivers of autistic children who were purposively selected. Data were collected using the Depression Scale-9Q and the Positive Thinking Scale. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics and the Wilcoxon signed rank test.</p> <p> Results of the study revealed that, Mean scores for depression in autistic children’s caregivers, after receiving the positive thinking modeling and mindfulness training program, were significantly lower than before receiving the program (p &lt; .001). Mean scores for positive thinking of autistic children’s caregivers, after receiving the positive thinking modeling and mindfulness training program, were significantly higher than before receiving the program (p &lt; .001). The results of this study show that the positive thinking modeling and mindfulness training program can reduce depression symptoms and increase the positive thinking of caregivers of autistic children. Therefore, it should be used to assist autistic children’s caregivers who are depressed.</p> 2024-12-23T00:00:00+07:00 Copyright (c) 2024 International Journal of Child Development and Mental Health https://he01.tci-thaijo.org/index.php/cdmh/article/view/271558 The Conceptualization of Psychocide and Psychoethnicide: Psychological Warfare’s Impact on Rwandan’s Mental Health 2024-10-28T13:26:24+07:00 Evariste Erwin Sebahutu erwin.ndaruhutse@gmail.com <p> The dynamic evolution of military strategy has highlighted the role of psychological manipulation, leading to the emergence of psychological warfare. This strategy utilizes propaganda and psychological operations (PSYOPs) to influence human cognition and decision-making, particularly through mass media. In military conflicts, these techniques are employed to demoralize enemies with false information. Notably, psychological torture or non-touch torture methods have been effective in extracting information from prisoners but come with severe health consequences such as Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). The rise of military regimes and oligarchies, particularly in economically disadvantaged nations, has seen these psychological tactics employed domestically, leading to extreme poverty, human rights abuses, and concealed oppression techniques like gender washing and sports washing. This results in severe social distress hence deteriorating mental health. This deliberate infliction of mass mental harm by a small elite group pursuing absolute power was termed “Psychocide.” In ethnocratic regimes, these tactics target specific ethnic groups, leading to trans-generational mental health deterioration and related consequences, a phenomenon termed “psychoethnicide.” This paper aims to provide a conceptual framework to understand “psychocide” and “psychoethnicide” concepts which are forms of social groups and ethnicity -based psychological warfare and propaganda and show how these practices contribute to the increasing burden of mental disorders in targeted populations. A scoping review of the literature was complemented with the analysis of social media artifacts to examine the patterns of psychological warfare and its mental health implications in Rwanda. The findings highlight the pervasive nature of group and ethnic-based psychological manipulation, revealing its significant role in exacerbating mental health issues.</p> 2024-12-27T00:00:00+07:00 Copyright (c) 2024 International Journal of Child Development and Mental Health https://he01.tci-thaijo.org/index.php/cdmh/article/view/270876 Breaking The Silence: VAW Curriculum and Community-Based System 2024-06-11T13:22:47+07:00 Rosemarie Farro rcfarro@bpsu.edu.ph <p> Violence against women is a global concern, and its control remains challenging, particularly in the context of the Philippines. Despite existing laws aimed at mitigating this issue, many women continue to endure in silence, while dealing with the social stigma and feelings of shame. Addressing this pressing need is crucial to providing support and empowering these women. This study aims to investigate the experiences of women facing violence and the role of education sectors, and local government units, in responding to and preventing violence against women. This study uses a qualitative method employing participatory action research. As a result, many participants highlighted the prevailing culture of silence and the associated stigma that discourages victims from speaking out, often driven by fear of judgment, and societal perceptions, leading to feelings of shame. As to the community, government agencies implement policies and processes effectively, however, there is a lack of established group support that will help victims of violence create safe spaces and dialogue on the issues. Concerning the role of education, participants expressed an integration of Violence Against Women topics into various social studies, gender subjects, and health education to promote awareness and foster an inclusive environment.</p> 2024-12-26T00:00:00+07:00 Copyright (c) 2024 International Journal of Child Development and Mental Health https://he01.tci-thaijo.org/index.php/cdmh/article/view/274344 Evaluation of Child Health Promotion Researches in Roi Kaen Sarasin Area 7 for Being Smart, Good and Happy Children 2024-10-31T11:41:42+07:00 Juthamas Wannasin juthawana@hotmail.com Anchalee Aeamsee Noudeeyui@gmail.com Yuwana Khaipan oilooy427@gmail.com Saichol Thornmart saicholtm@gmail.com <p> The objective of this Project evaluation research was to evaluate the performance of “The Evaluation of Child Health Promotion Researches in Roi Kaen Sarasin Area 7 for Being Smart, Good and Happy Children (Smart Kids 4.0 Area 7) in Health Region 7. This research used the Stufflebeam’s CIPP Model evaluation approach, dividing the research process into three phases. Assessment Phase: Evaluating context and input through interviews with health promotion leaders or deputy leaders at the provincial health offices and summarizing supervision and inspection reports. Data was analyzed using content analysis and report preparation, Intervention Phase: Evaluating the project process. The target group consists of 4,500 families with young children. Data was collected using questionnaires validated for quality, and analyzed using descriptive statistics, paired T-tests. Evaluation Phase: Evaluating the product through interviews with purposefully selected samples. Data was collected using validated questionnaires. Results: 1. Assessment Phase The context is a community predominantly engaged in agriculture. More than half of the caregivers for preschool-aged children are grandparents 2. Intervention Phase Post-training, 60% of parents showed improved child-rearing skills, 89.9% of children showed age-appropriate development and emotional intelligence improved by 76.68 %. 3. Evaluation Phase: Children participating in the project improved in developmental and emotional intelligence. Children's behavior at home and in early childhood centers/schools improved positively. Program Implementation: The program extends into the classroom, integrating with teaching activities, daily experiences, and activities for children. It also encourages parents to implement these activities at home issues. Concerning the role of education, participants expressed an integration of Violence Against Women topics into various social studies, gender subjects, and health education to promote awareness and foster an inclusive environment.</p> 2024-12-26T00:00:00+07:00 Copyright (c) 2024 International Journal of Child Development and Mental Health https://he01.tci-thaijo.org/index.php/cdmh/article/view/275178 Nursing Interventions for Pregnant Women in Community during the COVID-19 Pandemic: An Integrative Review 2024-11-12T15:16:26+07:00 Sasiya Buaphut sasiyabuaphut@gmail.com Matanee Radabutr sasiyabuaphut@gmail.com Chularat Howhar sasiyabuaphut@gmail.com Bangorn Sirisakulpaisal sasiyabuaphut@gmail.com Wantana Somnukprasert Somnukprasert sasiyabuaphut@gmail.com Aimon Butudom sasiyabuaphut@gmail.com <p> The COVID-19 pandemic highlighted the need for nursing interventions for pregnant women, emphasizing both physical and mental health. The research aimed to investigate empirical research on nursing care for pregnant women in community settings during the COVID-19 pandemic using an integrative review. The search terms included nursing care, pregnant women, COVID-19, and community. The databases used in this review were CINAHL, BASE, MEDLINE, and Springer Nature Journals. The Mixed Methods Appraisal Tool appraised was used to assess the quality of the studies. This study used thematic analysis to review ten articles focused on nursing care for pregnant women in the community. Two nursing care models emerged: 1) utilization of digital technologies and 2) resilience and psychosocial support. Telehealth and psychosocial interventions are crucial for enhancing maternal health during a health crisis or pandemic. Insufficient information and social support emphasize the necessity for structured communication channels and public health systems to assist pregnant women. Therefore, telemedicine should be integrated with health education and psychological intervention in community health services to reduce risks and ensure continuing support for pregnant women in the community.</p> 2024-12-27T00:00:00+07:00 Copyright (c) 2024 International Journal of Child Development and Mental Health