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World J Psychiatry. Nov 19, 2025; 15(11): 109760
Published online Nov 19, 2025. doi: 10.5498/wjp.v15.i11.109760
Published online Nov 19, 2025. doi: 10.5498/wjp.v15.i11.109760
Psychological and social risk factors and mental health interventions in tuberculous meningitis: A research progress
Xue Gu, Xiao-Yan Wang, Jian-Na Zhang, Department of Emergency Medicine, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610044, Sichuan Province, China
Xue Gu, Xiao-Yan Wang, Jian-Na Zhang, Disaster Medical Center, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610044, Sichuan Province, China
Xue Gu, Xiao-Yan Wang, Jian-Na Zhang, Nursing Key Laboratory of Sichuan Province, Chengdu 610044, Sichuan Province, China
Author contributions: Gu X designed and performed the research and wrote the paper; Wang XY designed the research and contributed to the analysis and provided clinical advice; Zhang JN supervised the report.
Conflict-of-interest statement: The author has no conflicts of interest to declare.
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Corresponding author: Jian-Na Zhang, Department of Emergency Medicine, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, No. 37 Guoxue Lane, Wuhou District, Chengdu 610044, Sichuan Province, China. zhangjianna1983@126.com
Received: June 13, 2025
Revised: July 21, 2025
Accepted: September 12, 2025
Published online: November 19, 2025
Processing time: 143 Days and 18.7 Hours
Revised: July 21, 2025
Accepted: September 12, 2025
Published online: November 19, 2025
Processing time: 143 Days and 18.7 Hours
Core Tip
Core Tip: Tuberculous meningitis poses severe psychosocial risks, including depression and anxiety, exacerbated by low socioeconomic status and lack of social support. Effective interventions like cognitive behavioral therapy and community-based programs can improve mental health outcomes, especially in low-income regions. Integrating mental health services with tuberculosis control is crucial for comprehensive care.