Fam Med Community Health March 2022 PMID 35304431

Efficacy of journaling in the management of mental illness: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

Monika Sohal, Pavneet Singh, Bhupinder Singh Dhillon, Harbir Singh Gill

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The collective discussions highlight the perceived emotional and mental health benefits of journaling, such as emotional release and stress reduction, using phrases like 'really let it go' and 'get all those thoughts out'. Tone varies from casual to reflective, emphasizing personal relevance, which explains the moderate interest and engagement levels, but the cautious tone indicates awareness of the review's limitations and the need for further research.

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Many discussions acknowledge the potential benefits of journaling, comparing it to emotional release and suggesting it can be a helpful addition to traditional treatments.

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The posts show moderate interest, with some individuals sharing personal experiences or reflections on journaling as a mental health tool.

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Participants demonstrate active engagement by explaining how journaling works for them and referencing the systematic review's findings.

ImpactNeutral impact

The overall impact appears modest; while some see journaling as promising, the discussions reflect an understanding that more research is needed for definitive conclusions.

Abstract in brief

  • Journaling has been studied as a non-drug approach to managing mental illnesses like PTSD, anxiety, and depression, but clear guidelines for its use are lacking.
  • A review of 20 randomized control trials shows that journaling may lead to small to moderate improvements in mental health symptoms, with patients experiencing greater reductions in distress scores compared to those not journaling.
  • Despite promising findings, the high variability and some flaws in study methods suggest more research is needed, but given its safety and low cost, journaling can be considered as a helpful addition to traditional treatment strategies by primary care providers.]

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