https://digitallibrary.bldedu.ac.in/xmlui/handle/123456789/124 2026-09-06T09:24:12Z https://digitallibrary.bldedu.ac.in/xmlui/handle/123456789/6519 Assessment and comparison of cognitive function in offsprings of patients diagnosed with schizophrenia and alcohol dependence syndrome Siddharth patil Background: Cognitive functioning is essential for academic, social, and adaptive success. Offspring of individuals with psychiatric illnesses, particularly schizophrenia and alcohol dependence syndrome (ADS), are at increased risk of cognitive impairments due to genetic and environmental influences. Understanding the nature and extent of these deficits is critical for early identification and targeted interventions. Aim: To assess and compare cognitive functioning in the offspring of patients diagnosed with schizophrenia and alcohol dependence syndrome. Methods: This cross-sectional study included 62 participants (31 in each group) aged 12 years and above, comprising offspring of patients with either schizophrenia or ADS. Cognitive functions were evaluated using the Mini-Mental State Examination (MMSE), Wechsler Intelligence Scale for Children (WISC-IV), and Wechsler Adult Intelligence Scale (WAIS-IV). Statistical analysis was conducted using SPSS version 20, employing Mann Whitney U tests and Pearson’s correlation analyses. Results: The schizophrenia-offspring group exhibited significantly lower scores in multiple cognitive domains compared to the ADS-offspring group. These included working memory (mean 56.09, p = 0.001), perceptual reasoning (mean 89.36, p = 0.003), and verbal comprehension (mean 90.64, p = 0.026). Full-Scale IQ also showed a near-significant difference (p = 0.058). Freedom from distractibility was notably lower in the schizophrenia group (mean 75.35,p = 0.005). MMSE scores did not differ significantly between the groups. Correlation analyses revealed that the duration of parental illness moderately influenced cognitive outcomes. Conclusion: Offspring of schizophrenia patients exhibit more pronounced cognitive deficits—especially in working memory, verbal comprehension, and executive function—than those of alcohol-dependent parents, indicating a greater heritable neurodevelopmental risk. Early screening with tools like WISC or WAIS-IV and targeted interventions are essential to reduce long-term academic and functional impairments in these high-risk groups. 2022-01-01T00:00:00Z https://digitallibrary.bldedu.ac.in/xmlui/handle/123456789/6518 Assessment of pathway to care and phenomenology among patients with dhat syndrome: a cross-sectional study Nishanth reddy. A Background: Dhat syndrome is a culture-bound psychosomatic disorder prevalent among young South Asian men. It is characterized by anxiety and somatic symptoms attributed to semen loss, rooted in traditional beliefs. This study explored the clinical features, pathways to care, personality traits, and quality of life in affected individuals. Materials and Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted at a tertiary care hospital in Karnataka, India, involving 47 male patients diagnosed with Dhat syndrome per ICD-10 criteria. Data were collected using a semi structured proforma, WHO Pathways Interview Schedule, IPDE screening module and the WHOQOL-BREF questionnaires. Statistical analysis included descriptive statistics and correlation tests. Results: Participants were predominantly young (mean age 24.91 ± 5.11 years), unmarried, and from rural, low income backgrounds. A significant proportion (87.2%) predominantly exhibited Cluster C personality traits. The average duration from symptom onset to psychiatric care was 3.95 years, with 1.6 ± 0.1 non-psychiatric consultations before reaching Psychiatric services. The financial burden increased with the delay in getting professional help and was significantly associated with a poorer quality of life. WHOQOL-BREF scores indicated lower physical (46.57) and psychological (45.26) health domain scores compared to Social relations (53.17) and environmental domain (54.20). A longer duration of Dhat syndrome is significantly associated with poorer Quality of Life, particularly in the physical (r = -0.434, p = 0.002) and psychological (r = -0.400, p = 0.005) domains, indicating that these areas are the most adversely affected. Conclusion: Our study highlights that Dhat syndrome is associated with significant delays in psychiatric care, substantial financial burden, poor quality of life, and a high prevalence of Cluster C personality traits. The findings emphasize the need for early recognition, culturally sensitive psychoeducation, and better integration of mental health services to improve patient outcomes and reduce the overall burden of illness. 2022-01-01T00:00:00Z https://digitallibrary.bldedu.ac.in/xmlui/handle/123456789/5282 Assessment of Cognitive Functions in Covid- 19 Recovered Patients Swaraj, Mekala Bhargava 2020-01-01T00:00:00Z https://digitallibrary.bldedu.ac.in/xmlui/handle/123456789/5281 Assessment of Mental Health & Conjugal Satisfaction among Spouses of Men with Alcohol Use Disorder: A Cross Sectional Study Lalwani, Karan. 2020-01-01T00:00:00Z