1.Model Answer for Critical Review Paper: Conjoint Examination For Master Of Medicine (Psychiatry) And Master of Psycholigical Medicine, May 2009
ASEAN Journal of Psychiatry 2009;10(1):89-94
This is a model answer of Critical Review paper for Malaysian postgraduate examination in psychiatry. This model answer was used for marking the review paper for Master of Medicine (Psychiatry) and Master of Psychological Medicine, May 2009.
3.Mock Model Answer For Critical Review Paper: Conjoint Examination For Master of Medicine (Psychiatry) And MPM, November 2011
Suzaily Wahab ; Srijit Das ; Hatta Sidi
ASEAN Journal of Psychiatry 2012;13(2):1-6
Objective: This paper aims to highlights the answer for Review Paper Mock Exam for the Malaysian Master of Medicine (Psychiatry) theory examination. The paper
compared the risk of sexual dysfunction associated with the use of two antidepressants in patients attending a university hospital. Methods: One of the
papers presented during the journal club presentation was picked-up for evaluation of student’s critical appraisal. Results: Model answer was given at the end of the
Mock Critical Review Paper. Conclusion: This review paper is an important method of evaluating the student’s understanding and critical thinking on the topic of risk of
sexual dysfunction associated with escitalopram and fluoxetine in female patients. This paper may serve as a guideline for nurturing young talents at the postgraduate
level to critically appraise topic related to Psychiatry and sexuality
4.Psychiatric out-patient's perspectives on medication information given by doctors
Hatta Sidi ; Marhani Midin ; Azlin Baharudin
ASEAN Journal of Psychiatry 2008;9(1):48-51
Objective: To investigate patient’s perceived satisfaction and adequacy of information given
by doctors on prescribed drugs in an outpatient psychiatric setting. Methods: The sampling
was done consecutively with a target sample size of 200 patients. A simple questionnaire that
was developed with 10 close-ended questions and yes or no answers was administered by the
interviewing team. This questionnaire assessed patients' knowledge on prescribed medications
and their perception on the adequacy of information given. Results: More than 80% of the
patients were informed regarding the reasons, timing to take medication(s), duration of drug
treatment and type of prescribed drugs. Half of them were informed regarding the side effect
profiles of their prescribed medications. Majority of them (80%) were satisfied with the
information given despite only 49% of the patients being given adequate information on their
medications. Conclusion: Patients who are adequately informed about their medications are
more significantly satisfied than those inadequately informed. (χ2=4.085, p<0.05).
5.Model answer for critical review paper: conjoint examination for Malaysian master of medicine (Psychiatry) and MPM June 2012
Suzaily Wahab ; Hatta Sidi ; Ng Chong Guan
ASEAN Journal of Psychiatry 2013;14(1):1-6
This paper aims to discuss the answers to Review Paper Exam for the
Malaysian Master of Medicine (Psychiatry) May 2012 theory examination. The
paper studied the psychotropic prescription practice in cancer patients using a
health care registration database. Methods: One of the papers presented during the
journal club presentation was picked-up for evaluation of student’s critical
appraisal. Results: Model answers were provided at the end of the Critical Review
Paper. Conclusion: This review paper evaluates students’ understanding and critical
thinking on the topic of Psychotropic Drugs in cancer patients. This paper may
serve as a guideline to teach students how to critically appraise topic related to
psychiatry.
6.Premature Ejaculation in Urban Malaysian Population: The Associations between Erectile Dysfunction(ED), Anxiety and Depression
Shamini Arasalingam ; Hatta Sidi ; Marhani Midin
The International Medical Journal Malaysia 2016;15(1):89-96
Both premature ejaculation(PE) and erectile dysfunction(ED) are prevalent sexual health
disorders that have been inadequately investigated in Malaysia, a multiethnic and conservative nation.The
objective of the study was to study the relationship between PE and ED, and other common mental health
issues, i.e. anxiety and depression in Malaysian urban population. Methods: The diagnosis for PE was
established by clinical diagnosis using DSM-5 and ISSM definition criteria for PE, whereas a diagnosis of ED
was established by the International Index of Erectile Function (IIEF) questionnaire. Anxiety and depression
levels were detected from the Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale (HADS). Results: Based on DSM-V and
ISSM clinical diagnosis for PE, the prevalence of PE was found to be 25%. Erectile dysfunction (p = 0.035, OR
= 3.315, 95% CI 1.088, 10.103) and severe anxiety (p = 0.020, OR = 7.656, 95% CI 1.383, 42.396) significantly
predicted presence of PE. Conclusion: There was a strong association between PE and ED and between PE
and anxiety. Routine examination for PE in male patients should address the issue and the management of
both ED and anxiety among PE patients, especially in an urban Malaysian clinical and medical care setting.
7.Prevalence Of Depressive Disorder And Its Association With Perceived Social Support Among Patients With Human Immunodeficiency Virus (Hiv) In Hospital Tuanku Jaafar, Seremban (Htjs), Malaysia
Christabel Esther Terence ; Hatta Sidi ; Raynuha Mahadevan
ASEAN Journal of Psychiatry 2017;18(1):10-19
This study aimed to determine the prevalence of depressive disorder
and its association with perceived social support among patients with HIV
attending the Infectious Disease Clinic in HTJS. Methods: A cross-sectional
study was conducted, and systematic random sampling method was employed
for the selection of participants. Socio-demographic and clinical details were
obtained through a self-rated questionnaire and participants’ medical records.
Depressive disorder was screened and diagnosed using the Mini International
Neuropsychiatric Interview (M.I.N.I.) and perceived social support was
determined using the Multidimensional Scale of Perceived Social Support
(MSPSS). Appropriate statistical analyses were used to determine the prevalence
of depressive disorder and its association with perceived social support. Results:
A total of 99 patients participated in this study. The mean age of participants
was 38.16 ± 1.01 years, and the majority of participants were male (69.7%). Most
of the participants were Malay (58.6%), followed by Indians (20.2%), Chinese
(17.2%) and others (4.0%). The majority had completed secondary education
(54%), and most were employed (79.8%). Most of the participants were single
(45.5%) or married (45.5%). The lifetime and point prevalence of depressive
disorder was 24.2% and 17.2%, respectively. About 64.7% of patients with
depressive disorder were undiagnosed. Out of the 3 sources of perceived social
support, perceived social support from a significant other (OR=0.53, p=0.042,
Cl=0.29, 0.98) and perceived social support from friends (OR=0.49, p=0.015,
Cl=0.27, 0.87) were found to be negative predictors for depressive disorder.
Conclusion: This study reports that the prevalence disorder among patients with
HIV in HTJS is higher than that of the general population. Patients without
depressive disorder reported significantly higher perceived social support scores.
Perceived social supports from significant others and friends were found to be
important associated factors for lower depressive disorder vulnerability. Hence,
physicians should routinely screen for depressive disorder in this vulnerable
group and explore and mobilize their social support to reduce patients’
vulnerability to develop depressive disorder. ASEAN Journal of Psychiatry, Vol.
18 (1): January – June 2017: XX XX.
8.Anxiety-Depression Psychopathology Of A Patient With Voyeurism, Major Depression And Premature Ejaculation
Nurazah Ismail ; Rohayah Husain ; Hatta Sidi
ASEAN Journal of Psychiatry 2017;18(2):94-96
Objective: This case report highlights a case of young male referred for psychiatric evaluation due to paraphilic disorder. This 27-year old single male working as an assistant accountantwas noted to have voyeuristic behaviour andpresented with depressive symptoms since his teenage age. He has poor coping whenever he experiences stress in life. He started to watch pornographic videosand subsequently get involved by peeping pre-pubescent’s undergarments. These activities are followed by a compulsive behavioursuch as masturbation to gratify his sexual arousal.
Results: The patient undergone several psychotherapy sessions, and medical report was furnished for the court's purpose. Our assessment revealed that he was suffering from a lifetime major depressive disorder,and he was prescribed with Tablet Sertraline 50mg/daily.He also has premature ejaculation, severe in nature. He regretted his voyeuristic urge and psychotherapyfocused on how to channel his sexual needs.
Conclusion: Mood disorder is seen in paraphilic disorder and has to be dealt with in order to establish good management care.
9.The Prevalence Of Orgasmic Dysfunction Among Malaysian Women Receiving Antidepressant: A Comparison Between Escitalopram And Fluoxetine
Rozita Hod ; Duni Asmindar Ahmad ; Ng Chong Guan ; Hatta Sidi
ASEAN Journal of Psychiatry 2011;12(1):1-11
Objective: To investigate the prevalence of Female Orgasmic Dysfunction (FOD) focusing on
the orgasm domain among female patients attending PPUKM Psychiatric clinic. To compare the
prevalence of orgasmic dysfunction between female patients on Escitalopram and on Fluoxetine
therapy. Methods: A validated questionnaire for sexual function was used to assess orgasmic
function. A total of 112 women aged between 24 and 57 participated in this study. The orgasmic
dysfunction was compared between patients on selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs)
fluoxetine and escitalopram. Results: The prevalence of female orgasmic dysfunction was 58.9%
(33/56) among patients treated with Fluoxetine and 41.1% (23/56) among patients treated with
Escitalopram. However, there was no statistically significant difference between these two
treatment groups (p=0.059). The odds to have FOD among patients on higher dose of
antidepressants was found to be higher compared to those patients who were on lower dose of
antidepressants (Odds ratio 5.32, p= 0.001). Conclusion: There was no significant difference of
Female Orgasmic Dysfunction between patients on Fluoxetine and Escitalopram
10.Model answer for critical review paper: conjoint examination for malaysian master of medicine (psychiatry) and master of psychological medicine (MPM), November 2009
Azlin Baharudin ; Nik Ruzyanei Nik Jaafar ; Hatta Sidi
ASEAN Journal of Psychiatry 2010;11(1):128-134
Critical review paper is one of the components in the theory examination for master of medicine (psychiatry) and master of psychological medicine part II. Majority of the students find critical review paper is difficult to pass. Thus this article is useful to help them. The paper discussed below is aimed to determine the validity and examine the reliability of the Malay version of Auditory Verbal Learning Test (MVAVLT) for Malaysian population use. They also wanted to determine the level of performance of the test among schizophrenia patients. The data were subjected to the principal component factor analysis (PCA) with varimax rotation using a single factor. Questions for this paper mainly discussed the validity and factor analysis concept.