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Community psychiatry of old age: a UK perspective
- Author:
- DENING Tom
- Journal article citation:
- International Journal of Geriatric Psychiatry, 7(10), October 1992, pp.757-766.
- Publisher:
- Wiley
Based on an examination of seven psychiatric services for elderly people with mental disorders, discusses issues of team membership, interprofessional cooperation, client assessment by non-medical staff, follow-up, rationing of scarce resources and gives examples of innovative service.
“Here everyone is the same” – a qualitative evaluation of participating in a Boccia (indoor bowling) group: Innovative practice
- Authors:
- OVENDEN Imogen, DENING Tom
- Journal article citation:
- Dementia: the International Journal of Social Research and Practice, 18(2), 2019, pp.785-792.
- Publisher:
- Sage
This qualitative study explored the impact of a Boccia (modified indoor bowls) group on the lives of people with dementia and their carers. Semi-structured interviews with people with dementia (N = 6), carers (N = 10) and the group organisers (N = 6) analysed using thematic analysis revealed four main themes. ‘The struggle of being a carer’ was relieved by participating in the group and benefitting from the caring support and social aspects of “This group is a family”. “The unique nature of Boccia” helped it to provide physical and mental stimulation as well as being an inclusive and enjoyable group. These aspects contributed to many participants describing the group as a Dementia friendly environment where “Here everyone is the same”: treated as equals, without feeling hindered or defined by dementia. Boccia appears an exciting initiative but further research is needed to see if these findings can be replicated with other groups. (Publisher abstract)
Depression and mental health in care homes for older people
- Authors:
- DENING Tom, MILNE Alisoun
- Journal article citation:
- Quality in Ageing, 10(1), March 2009, pp.40-46.
- Publisher:
- Pier Professional
- Place of publication:
- Brighton
Depression and dementia are prevalent mental health conditions in care homes. This article discusses the prevelence of depression and dementia in care homes; the quality of care provided; and concludes by highlighting four suggestions for improving the quality of care.
The role of carers in evaluating mental health services for older people
- Authors:
- DENING Tom, LAWTON Claire
- Journal article citation:
- International Journal of Geriatric Psychiatry, 13(12), December 1998, pp.863-870.
- Publisher:
- Wiley
This article uses published literature and local service experience to examine the contributions that carers can make to the development and evaluation of specialist mental health services for the elderly. There is considerable scope for involving carers in the development and evaluation of services, though there are also some potential concerns, not least that carers and users may have different perspectives. These issues are discussed, along with possible future developments, such as the needs for a standardised assessment of carer satisfaction.
Ageing patients in forensic psychiatric settings: a review of the literature
- Authors:
- DI LORITO Claudio, VOLLM Birgit, DENING Tom
- Journal article citation:
- International Journal of Geriatric Psychiatry, 33(12), 2018, pp.1548-1555.
- Publisher:
- Wiley
Objectives: The prevalence of ageing patients in forensic psychiatric settings is increasing. However, limited research has reported around this population. The aim of this scoping review is to synthesise the current evidence around ageing forensic psychiatric patients. Methods: The literature was searched through four databases and Google searches. The identified outputs were screened for suitability and assessed for quality. Quantitative data were extracted and analysed on SPSS; qualitative data were extracted and analysed onto NVivo. Results: Seven studies were included in the review. Quantitative results reported around demographics, service contact, offending patterns, mental, and physical health of ageing patients. Qualitative findings focused on age‐friendliness of services, staff‐patient rapport, activities, security issues, and discharge planning. Conclusions: Ageing forensic psychiatric patients present with complex and unique needs in relation to treatment, activities, mental, physical, and support. Further research looking at individual patients' needs is paramount to inform policy development and good practice in this area. (Edited publisher abstract)
The individual experience of ageing prisoners: systematic review and meta-synthesis through a Good Lives Model framework
- Authors:
- DI LORITO Claudio, VOLLM Birgit, DENING Tom
- Journal article citation:
- International Journal of Geriatric Psychiatry, 33(2), 2018, pp.252-262.
- Publisher:
- Wiley
Objective: The existing literature on ageing prisoners tends to focus on such aspects as diagnosis and physical ill-health. In contrast, the experience of imprisonment from the perspective of ageing prisoners has received less attention. Grounded in a Good Lives Model theoretical framework, the authors reviewed and meta-synthesised literature around their experience of life in prison, its impact on their wellbeing and how prison services are currently addressing their complex needs. They further identify potential areas of improvement. Methods: 1. Systematic search on Assia, PsycInfo, MedLine, Embase, Web of Science, Google and Gov.uk. 2. Extraction and categorisation of data on NVivo. 3. Development of themes through thematic analysis and meta-synthesis. 4. Identification of potential areas of improvement. Results: The authors selected 25 studies for their review, of which 13 were from the USA, seven from the UK, two from Australia and one each from Ireland, Switzerland and Israel. Three themes were identified: the hardship of imprisonment, addressing health and social care needs, and the route out of prison. Conclusions: Ageing prisoners have unique and complex health and social care needs which, to varying degree across different countries, are mostly unmet. Promising initiatives to address their needs are emerging, but, at present time, the overall experience of incarceration for the ageing prisoner is quite poor, given the inconsistent physical, emotional and social care support offered from prison intake to release and beyond. (Edited publisher abstract)
Psychiatric disorders among older prisoners: a systematic review and comparison study against older people in the community
- Authors:
- DI LORITO Claudio, VOLLM Birgit, DENING Tom
- Journal article citation:
- Aging and Mental Health, 22(1), 2018, pp.1-10.
- Publisher:
- Taylor and Francis
Objectives: Despite emerging evidence that older prisoners experience poor mental health, literature in this area is still limited. In the present systematic review and meta-analysis, the authors report on the prevalence of psychiatric disorders among older prisoners and compare their findings against community studies on older people. Methods: The authors searched on Assia, PsycInfo, MedLine, Embase, Web of Science, Google and Gov.uk. They carried out bias assessments, rated studies for quality and ran a heterogeneity test. They meta-analysed prevalence rates of psychiatric disorders through an aggregate weighted mean and calculated relative risk (RR) and statistical significance against community studies. Sensitivity analyses were further performed. Results: They reviewed nine studies and obtained the following prevalence: ‘Any psychiatric disorder’ 38.4%, depression 28.3%, schizophrenia/psychoses 5.5%, bipolar disorder 4.5%, dementia 3.3%, cognitive impairment 11.8%, personality disorder 22.9%, alcohol abuse 15.9%, anxiety disorders 14.2%, PTSD 6.2%. Older prisoners were found to have higher RR for every single psychiatric disorder against older people in the community, with the sole exception of alcohol abuse and dementia. The prevalence rates were statistically significantly higher among the prisoners for ‘Any psychiatric disorder’, depression and personality disorder. Overall, the sensitivity analyses confirmed the authors' original results. Conclusion: The findings point at a high prevalence of every single psychiatric disorder among older prisoners, who also experience rates of dementia and alcohol abuse comparable to those reported in the community. The results have relevant implications for policy and practice in this area. Further research is crucial to confirm findings from this study. (Edited publisher abstract)
Clinical guidelines in old age psychiatry
- Authors:
- BURNS Alistair, DENING Tom, LAWLOR Brian
- Publisher:
- Martin Dunitz
- Publication year:
- 2002
- Pagination:
- 208p.,bibliog.
- Place of publication:
- London
Clinical guidelines have been defined as systematically developed statements which assist clinicians and patients in making decisions about appropriate treatment for specific conditions. This book aims to bring material together in the field of old age psychiatry in order to form judgements about which guidelines are "better". Topics include, dementia, depression, other disorders.
Care of older people: mental health problems
- Authors:
- BURNS Alistair, DENING Tom, BLADWIN Robert
- Journal article citation:
- British Medical Journal, 31.3.01, 2001, pp.789-791.
- Publisher:
- British Medical Association
Outlines the current evidence of benefit in four areas: services currently available; interventions that have been shown to be effective; rating scales recommended to clinicians for detecting common mental health problem; and the needs of carers.