Vol 12, Issue 1, Jan-Mar, 2022

Objectives: The present study examines the publication output of authors from India on the topic of “Covid-19 and Psychology” using bibliometric methods. Methods: The publications as listed in Scopus database were identified by using “Covid-19” and its synonyms keywords in “Keyword” and “Title” tags. The results obtained were further restricted to subject “Psychology” under subject tag and country to India. Results: 372 publications emerged in the last 2 years on the topic of “Covid-19 and sychology”, accounting to 4.63% share of global output. About 9.95% and 25.81% share of Indian publications received external funding support and involved international collaboration, respectively. The author’s from 277 organizations and 416 authors participated unevenly in the research in this area. The highest number of publications emerged from National Institute of Mental Health and Allied Sciences (NIMHANS), Bangaluru, followed by Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER), Chandigarh, All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi and All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), Bhubaneswar. Authors from Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research (JIPMER), Pondicherry had highest impact in terms of citations per paper and relative citation index, followed by authors from King George’s Medical University (KGMU), Lucknow, and Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE), Manipal. The journals that published the highest number of publications were Asian Journal of Psychiatry (158 papers), Indian Journal of Psychological Medicine (44 papers), and Frontier in Psychology (18 papers). The most commonly investigated topics in terms of frequency of appearances of keywords were mental health (93), followed by anxiety (80), mental disease (68), depression (64), mental stress (34), and social isolation. Conclusion: Over the last 2 years a large number of publications have emerged in the area of COVID-19 and psychology from India. Keywords: Covid-19, Psychology, India, Bibliometrics, Scientometrics.

“Amlapitta” is one of the most common lifestyle disorder which leads to many complication like ulcer, gastritis, anemia, IBS, and malabsorption etc. The burden of lifestyle disorders is rapidly increasing worldwide. In spite of many available drugs in market there is no significance reduction in the prevalence and Incidence of this illness which remarkably emphasis on the need of novel approaches in combating those illnesses. Ayurveda and Yoga an Ancient system of medicine which gives importance for Shodanakarma (purificatory processes) for diasese free life. In Yoga shastra, Shatkarma is mentioned for purification, Vamana dhauti is one of them. Vamana dhauti is a type of Antar dhauti. Which removes Kapha and pitta from stomach and helps in breaking the pathology of amlapitta. Key words: Amlapitta, Vamanadhauti, Shadkarma, Kunjalakriya, Gastritis.

Background and Aim: Regular yoga practices have been shown beneficial effects on physical, psychological and social health in clinical and non-clinical population. The aim of the present study was to investigate the effect of yoga based lifestyle intervention on anxiety, depression and quality of life in young adults. Methods and Materials: Total 102 participants of both genders (40 females) between 25-45 years who reported anxiety and depression in last six months. There were fifty-two participants enrolled for yoga therapy (YT) for two weeks whereas 50 participants selected from nearby clinic. The anxiety and depression were assessed by using the Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale (HADS) and general health was assessed by the General Health Questionnaire (GHQ). Results and Conclusion: Statistical analysis showed that anxiety and depression were significantly reduced by 23% and 32% respectively, whereas general health (GHQ) was improved by 15% after 14-day yoga intervention. This suggests that yoga based lifestyle intervention may be a cost-effective add-on treatment for symptoms associated with mental health problems and enhances general wellbeing. Key words: Yoga, Integrated approach of yoga therapy, Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale, General Health Questionnaire-12, Anxiety, Depression. Key Messages: Yoga is the best combination of physical postures for physical health, breathing practices for mental and social health and meditation practices for internal peacefulness and happiness in our life. Yoga can be practiced by school children, college students, corporate executives and old age people.

Background: Overweight or obesity is a major risk factor for maternal complications. Most western countries adhere to WHO guidelines for classifying obesity. In India, revised consensus Body Mass Indices (BMI) for Asian Indians are used for BMI classification. The present study aims to compare WHO and revised consensus BMI criteria for Asian Indians on the maternal outcome in overweight and obese women. Methodology: This was a retrospective study done in 399 women with singleton deliveries during a period of six months in a tertiary care center in South India. Data were gathered from medical records in accordance with the inclusion and exclusion criteria. Two proportion Z-test and Independent t test were used for the comparison between the WHO and revised consensus BMI for Asian Indian criteria. Results: Overweight/obesity prevalence was 40.60% as per WHO criteria and 63.91% as per Asian Indian criteria. Proportionate difference was significant for the parameters GDM, PIH, and preterm labor between obese and nonobese women in Asian Indian criteria. WHO criteria showed significant difference in GDM and PIH only (p <0.05). Preterm labor was found to be insignificant between both criteria among non-obese women (p>0.05). Conclusion: The study could not find statistically significant differences between the two criteria. As the body fat distribution in Asian Indians differs considerably from other ethnic groups, we recommend the use of revised consensus BMI for Asian Indians for BMI classification to prevent maternal morbidity and mortality. Key words: Revised Consensus BMI for Asian Indians, WHO BMI guideline, Overweight, Obesity, Pregnancy.

Introduction: Coronavirus-2019 (COVID-19) was considered a pandemic by the World Health Organization (WHO) in March 2020, due to its rapid and persistent global spread. In order to combat the pandemic, the WHO has recommended barrier measures that have affected the lives of people in many countries. Objectives: The present study aims to determine the levels of knowledge, attitudes and practices related to barrier measures related to Covid-19 among secondary school students in the south of Benin during Physical and Sports Education (PSE) classes. Methods: This is a cross-sectional, descriptive and analytical study carried out among 1000 students, including 387 girls from secondary schools in the Littoral department in southern Benin, using a self-administered questionnaire. Results: The majority of the students surveyed showed average levels of knowledge (70%) and attitudes (66.6%) but a poor level of practice (0.0%) with regard to barrier measures at PSE or not. Conclusion: Awareness of the pandemic must therefore be reinforced among students in order to improve their knowledge, attitudes and practices in relation to compliance with the recommended barrier measures. This will help prevent PSE classes from spreading COVID-19 in Beninese schools. Key words: COVID-19, CAP survey, Barrier measures, Students, Physical and Sports Education. Key message: In Benin, physical and sports education favours physical contact in its delivery, thus facilitating the risks of exposure to COVID-19.

Background: Tuberculosis (TB) constitutes the major challenge as a Communicable disease in the world. Its impacts are higher in resource-constrained settings. Objectives: We wish to explore the knowledge-attitude-practice (KAP) towards TB among the primary health center visitors in Mumbai. Methods: The cross-sectional-self-administered interview-based survey was conducted at a primary health center of a community healthcare setup at Mumbai. Experiences of study participants, with and without family history of TB towards KAP were compared. Results: We obtained 130 valid responses (65% were females), 28% reported to have history of TB to self or family members. In total responders 60% of said to have good knowledge about TB, 88.5% of respondents seen to have favarouable attitude, and 73.1% informed following good preventing TB practices. Conclusion: Among total responders, two in five, eight in ten and seven in ten had a good knowledge attitude and practice about TB respectively. Among the participants with and without history of TB and we found no differences in KAP parameters. Key words: Tuberculosis, Knowledge, Attitude, Practice, Community.

Introduction: The COVID-19 pandemic has led to a dramatic loss of human life worldwide and presents an unprecedented challenge to public health, environment and livelihood. COVID-19 has had an impact on almost all aspects of life. The virus had spread over more than 100 countries, leading to Unprecedented lockdowns, strict travelling bans and social distancing measures. The COVID-19 crisis has led to high levels of psychological and social distress among mankind, especially in vulnerable groups such as senior citizens and patients of chronic comorbid diseases. It equally affected the senior citizens of all tires in society. Senior citizens could soon realise the importance of their health and immunity. People globally witnessed the potentials of Ayurveda in increasing the immune response towards covid-19. Government took immediate measures in order to combat the viral load found among senior citizens. Free immune boosting AYUSH Kit distribution was one among such scheme by Govt of Karnataka. Materials and Methods: A case controlled clinical trail was conducted on 60 samples who were aged above 60 years of age, randomly selected from 15,000+ beneficiaries of a scheme by Govt of Karnataka. Beneficiary details were collected from database of GAMC Mysore’s OPD. A structured questionnaire containing 20 mandatory questions was the tool for assessment. Questions were asked about the impact of AYUSH kit on their dietry pattern, sleeping pattren, and other health benefits, along with the effect of medicines in preventing covid-19. Results: Result revealed the significant impact of AYUSH Kit on all dimensions of health among senior citizens. A remarkable impact was found in controlling their chronic diseases, and brought down the stress and fear of Covid-19. Conclusion: Ayurveda is a holistic science. More than a medical system it is a way of life. Ayurvedic preventive methods are effective in preventing COVID-19. Key words: Ayurveda, Swasthavritta, Immune Boosters, COVID -19, Public Health.

To eliminate tuberculosis, One of the main subjects to be focused at present is Latent Tuberculosis Infection (LTBI) because it causes persistence of immunological response in humans to Mycobacterium tuberculosis antigen without manifesting any clinical sign and symptoms of active tuberculosis. If LTBI is not diagnosed and treated, it has been estimated that one in ten people with LTBI will get sick with tuberculosis infection. It has been a challenge to convince the contact and the target group to undergo screening as both TST and IGRA are an invasive procedure and to convince in apparently healthy (without any symptoms) individual to undergo screening is a foremost Potential barrier in the diagnosis of LTBI and initiating preventive treatment. The screening strategies must be coincide with appropriate individual (who are eligible candidate) and community level education to avoid any undesired harm for tested individuals, this can be achieved by Behavioral Change Communication (BCC). For more effective medium or channels to improve rate by utilizing and Nikshay portal may serve as an effective channel for BCC for early detection of latent tuberculosis and preventive treatment as it has suitable environment and support system to improve the success rate and to eliminate tuberculosis. Key words: Latent tuberculosis, Behavioral Change Communication, Integration with ICT, Nikshay portal, Tuberculosis elimination, Preventive tuberculosis treatment.