2024
The severity of perceived stress associated with community violence exposure and its role in future posttraumatic stress: findings from a longitudinal study of U.S. adolescents
Isaksson J, Nyman S, Schwab-Stone M, Stickley A, Ruchkin V. The severity of perceived stress associated with community violence exposure and its role in future posttraumatic stress: findings from a longitudinal study of U.S. adolescents. Child And Adolescent Psychiatry And Mental Health 2024, 18: 121. PMID: 39322966, PMCID: PMC11423508, DOI: 10.1186/s13034-024-00813-0.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchPosttraumatic stress disorder symptomsPosttraumatic stress disorderViolence exposurePTSD symptom levelsExposed to community violenceLongitudinal study of U.S. adolescentsCommunity violence exposureLevels of perceived stressStudy of U.S. adolescentsAssociated with poor mental healthDegree of perceived stressStress disorderU.S. adolescentsSymptom levelsPosttraumatic stressPoor mental healthCommunity violenceLongitudinal associationsStress severityMental healthSituational factorsLongitudinal studyEarly interventionAdolescentsSymptomsLongitudinal associations between community violence exposure, posttraumatic stress symptoms, and eating disorder symptoms
Isaksson M, Isaksson J, Schwab-Stone M, Ruchkin V. Longitudinal associations between community violence exposure, posttraumatic stress symptoms, and eating disorder symptoms. Journal Of Eating Disorders 2024, 12: 6. PMID: 38212849, PMCID: PMC10785541, DOI: 10.1186/s40337-024-00965-6.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchCommunity violence exposurePosttraumatic stress symptomsED symptomsPosttraumatic stressCommunity violenceViolence exposureVictims of community violenceSelf-rating instrumentAdolescent functioningStress symptomsTraumatic eventsEmotional abuseMediation analysisCity of New HavenPotential mediatorsLongitudinal associationsBackgroundEating disordersModerating roleAdolescent studentsTreated individualsModerating effectAssociated with different typesPhysical violenceSymptomsModerately
2023
Community Violence Exposure and Eating Disorder Symptoms among Belgian, Russian and US Adolescents: Cross-Country and Gender Perspectives
Isaksson J, Isaksson M, Stickley A, Vermeiren R, Koposov R, Schwab-Stone M, Ruchkin V. Community Violence Exposure and Eating Disorder Symptoms among Belgian, Russian and US Adolescents: Cross-Country and Gender Perspectives. Child Psychiatry & Human Development 2023, 1-10. PMID: 37606867, DOI: 10.1007/s10578-023-01590-1.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchCommunity violence exposureMore ED symptomsED symptomsDisorder symptomsViolence exposureEating Disorder SymptomsSelf-reported dataPosttraumatic stressAdverse childhood experiencesComorbid symptomsChildhood experiencesAdolescentsGender differencesPresent cross-sectional studyDifferent culturesUS adolescentsCommon adverse childhood experiencesAnxietySymptomsComorbid conditionsDepressionAssociationGirlsBoysGender perspective
2022
Attention–deficit/hyperactivity disorder symptoms, perceived stress, and suicidal ideation during the COVID-19 pandemic
Stickley A, Shirama A, Inagawa T, Ruchkin V, Koposov R, Isaksson J, Inoue Y, Sumiyoshi T. Attention–deficit/hyperactivity disorder symptoms, perceived stress, and suicidal ideation during the COVID-19 pandemic. Frontiers In Psychiatry 2022, 13: 1008290. PMID: 36440405, PMCID: PMC9682032, DOI: 10.3389/fpsyt.2022.1008290.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchPast-year suicidal ideationSuicidal ideationAttention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) symptomsHyperactivity disorder symptomsSelf-perceived stressADHD symptomsHigher oddsCOVID-19 pandemicPatient Health QuestionnaireDisorder symptomsGeneralized Anxiety Disorder ScaleTimes higher oddsAdult ADHD Self-Report Scale ScreenerHealth-related outcomesAnxiety Disorder ScaleMental health variablesHealth QuestionnairePerceived Stress ScaleDepressive symptomsSociodemographic factorsSymptomsSuicidal behaviorHealth variablesLogistic regressionMental healthBulimia Symptoms in Russian Youth: Prevalence and Association With Internalizing Problems
Koposov R, Stickley A, Ruchkin V. Bulimia Symptoms in Russian Youth: Prevalence and Association With Internalizing Problems. Frontiers In Psychiatry 2022, 12: 797388. PMID: 35126206, PMCID: PMC8811208, DOI: 10.3389/fpsyt.2021.797388.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchProbable bulimia nervosaMental health problemsBulimia symptomsBulimia nervosaFunctional impairmentInternalizing problemsSelf-report scalesDemographic characteristicsSomatic anxietyInternalizing psychopathologyRussian adolescentsAnxiety symptomsProblem scoresSomatic complaintsBinge drinkingGeneral populationAnalysis of covarianceRussian youthHealth problemsTimely recognitionEarly preventionSymptomsIntervention strategiesClinical levelIndependent samples
2021
Risky sexual behaviour among Russian adolescents: association with internalizing and externalizing symptoms
Isaksson J, Westermark C, Koposov R, Stickley A, Ruchkin V. Risky sexual behaviour among Russian adolescents: association with internalizing and externalizing symptoms. Child And Adolescent Psychiatry And Mental Health 2021, 15: 40. PMID: 34372880, PMCID: PMC8353740, DOI: 10.1186/s13034-021-00393-3.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchMultiple binary logistic regression analysisExternalizing symptomsBinary logistic regression analysisMajor health problemLogistic regression analysisSexual behaviorSymptoms of anxietyHIV infectionRisky sexual behaviorRisk markersHealth problemsSymptomsTeenage pregnancyProtective factorsMental wellbeingRegression analysisHigh rateAdolescentsInternalizing symptomsAssociationBoysPregnancyInfectionInternalizingResultsBoys
2019
ADHD and depressive symptoms in adolescents: the role of community violence exposure
Stickley A, Koposov R, Koyanagi A, Inoue Y, Ruchkin V. ADHD and depressive symptoms in adolescents: the role of community violence exposure. Social Psychiatry And Psychiatric Epidemiology 2019, 54: 683-691. PMID: 30706080, DOI: 10.1007/s00127-019-01662-5.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchConceptsAttention-deficit/hyperactivity disorderDepressive symptomsCommunity violence exposureADHD symptomsViolence exposureCommunity violenceEpidemiologic Studies Depression ScaleEarly therapeutic interventionCo-occurring depressionLogistic regression analysisMultivariable analysisUnivariable analysisTherapeutic interventionsSymptomsVictims of violenceHyperactivity disorderDepressionNon-ADHD adolescentsHealth assessmentRegression analysisAdolescentsExposureOddsCurrent studyAssociation
2014
Community violence exposure and severe posttraumatic stress in suburban American youth: risk and protective factors
Löfving–Gupta S, Lindblad F, Stickley A, Schwab-Stone M, Ruchkin V. Community violence exposure and severe posttraumatic stress in suburban American youth: risk and protective factors. Social Psychiatry And Psychiatric Epidemiology 2014, 50: 539-547. PMID: 25301519, DOI: 10.1007/s00127-014-0965-2.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchConceptsSevere posttraumatic stressCommunity violence exposureViolence exposureDepressive symptomsPosttraumatic stressCommunity violenceComorbid depressive symptomsProtective effectProtective factorsSubstantial proportionHealth assessment studiesHigh levelsNeighborhood safetySymptomsPrevalenceNorth American settingHigh school adolescentsExposureSubstantial numberPotential factorsPsychological effectsLow levelsAmerican youthExternalizing problemsDetrimental effects
2013
Risk and protective factors for peer victimization: a 1-year follow-up study of urban American students
Karlsson E, Stickley A, Lindblad F, Schwab-Stone M, Ruchkin V. Risk and protective factors for peer victimization: a 1-year follow-up study of urban American students. European Child & Adolescent Psychiatry 2013, 23: 773-781. PMID: 24346176, DOI: 10.1007/s00787-013-0507-6.Peer-Reviewed Original Research
2010
Variation in the catechol-O-methyltransferase Val158Met polymorphism associated with conduct disorder and ADHD symptoms, among adolescent male delinquents
DeYoung CG, Getchell M, Koposov RA, Yrigollen CM, Haeffel GJ, Klinteberg B, Oreland L, Ruchkin VV, Pakstis AJ, Grigorenko EL. Variation in the catechol-O-methyltransferase Val158Met polymorphism associated with conduct disorder and ADHD symptoms, among adolescent male delinquents. Psychiatric Genetics 2010, 20: 20-24. PMID: 19997043, PMCID: PMC2895253, DOI: 10.1097/ypg.0b013e32833511e4.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchConceptsAttention-deficit/hyperactivity disorderCatechol-O-methyltransferase (COMT) geneConduct disorderADHD symptomsHigh-risk populationCatechol-O-methyltransferase (COMT) Val158Met polymorphismCOMT geneDeficit/hyperactivity disorderConduct disorder diagnosisBehavior problemsSymptomsVal alleleMet alleleDisorder diagnosisHyperactivity disorderVal158Met polymorphismDisordersAntisocial behavior
2005
Is Posttraumatic Stress in Youth a Culture-Bound Phenomenon? A Comparison of Symptom Trends in Selected U.S. and Russian Communities
Ruchkin V, Schwab-Stone M, Jones S, Cicchetti DV, Koposov R, Vermeiren R. Is Posttraumatic Stress in Youth a Culture-Bound Phenomenon? A Comparison of Symptom Trends in Selected U.S. and Russian Communities. American Journal Of Psychiatry 2005, 162: 538-544. PMID: 15741471, DOI: 10.1176/appi.ajp.162.3.538.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchMeSH KeywordsAdolescentComorbidityConnecticutCross-Cultural ComparisonCultural CharacteristicsDepressive DisorderFemaleHealth SurveysHumansLife Change EventsMalePrevalencePsychology, AdolescentRussiaSeverity of Illness IndexSex FactorsSomatoform DisordersStress Disorders, Post-TraumaticSurveys and QuestionnairesConceptsPosttraumatic stressPosttraumatic symptomsAdolescent mental health problemsSelf-report surveyMental health problemsCross-cultural applicabilitySignificant interaction effectPsychological consequencesInternalizing psychopathologyComorbid psychopathologyAdolescents 14Symptom levelsCurrent findingsPsychopathologyInteraction effectsSymptom trendsRepresentative sampleSymptom frequencyHealth problemsAdolescentsYouthSymptomsDynamic crossExpectationsStress
2004
The association of community violence exposure with middle-school achievement: A prospective study
Henrich C, Schwab-Stone M, Fanti K, Jones S, Ruchkin V. The association of community violence exposure with middle-school achievement: A prospective study. Journal Of Applied Developmental Psychology 2004, 25: 327-348. DOI: 10.1016/j.appdev.2004.04.004.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchDepressive symptomsViolence exposureCommunity violence exposureProspective studyLow levelsLong-term effectsAcademic achievementParent supportUrban childrenCommunity violenceUrban middle school studentsSymptomsMiddle school achievementLongitudinal effectsExposureMiddle school studentsAcademic performanceFeelings of safetyDifferent patternsLevelsLarge sample
2002
Exposure to Violence and Suicide Risk in Adolescents: A Community Study
Vermeiren R, Ruchkin V, Leckman P, Deboutte D, Schwab-Stone M. Exposure to Violence and Suicide Risk in Adolescents: A Community Study. Research On Child And Adolescent Psychopathology 2002, 30: 529-537. PMID: 12403155, DOI: 10.1023/a:1019825132432.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchConceptsViolence exposureSuicidal behaviorCommunity violenceRepresentative school-based sampleAggressive behaviorSuicidal ideation/Prevalence ratesDepressive symptomsGender-specific influenceDepressive symptomatologySuicidal ideationSchool-based sampleSuicide riskCommunity studySelf-report surveyPrevalenceExposureU.S. communitiesAdolescentsAssociationFurther researchAdolescent sampleSymptomsSymptomatology
2000
Aggression and psychological problems in juvenile male delinquents versus controls in russia Alternative ways of “letting off steam”?
Ruchkin V, Eisemann M. Aggression and psychological problems in juvenile male delinquents versus controls in russia Alternative ways of “letting off steam”? Aggression And Violent Behavior 2000, 5: 217-225. DOI: 10.1016/s1359-1789(98)00037-8.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchPsychological problemsMale delinquentsYouth Self-ReportJuvenile correction centreVerbal aggressionDelinquent adolescentsAggression QuestionnaireInteractional modelDelinquent behaviorSelf-ReportPsychological symptomsAggressive behaviorAggressionSomatic symptomsDelinquentsCorrections centerSecondary schoolsEmotionsCognitionAngerSubtraitsAdolescentsHostilityBehaviorSymptoms