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Predicting job satisfaction of mental health peer support workers (PSWs)
- Authors:
- CLOSSEY Laurene, et al
- Journal article citation:
- Social Work in Mental Health, 16(6), 2018, pp.679-692.
- Publisher:
- Taylor and Francis
- Place of publication:
- Philadelphia, USA
The Mental Health Recovery Model is an empowering service philosophy which has been transforming the field of mental health. An important service approach to actualising this model is hiring peer support workers (PSWs) who are peers advanced in recovery and employed to assist other peers in their recovery process. This study reports on factors hypothesised to affect PSW job satisfaction. Using multiple regression analyses, organisational culture and relationship with peers predicted 29% of job satisfaction. Based on these findings, suggestions are offered to assist social work administrators in effectively integrating and supporting PSWs in the workplace. (Edited publisher abstract)
How interaction with animals can benefit mental health: a phenomenological study
- Authors:
- JAU Jasmin, HODGSON David
- Journal article citation:
- Social Work in Mental Health, 16(1), 2018, pp.20-33.
- Publisher:
- Taylor and Francis
- Place of publication:
- Philadelphia, USA
There is an emerging body of evidence showing that interaction with animals can benefit mental health. To better understand how to use animal assisted interventions, it is essential to have a more in-depth understanding of how and in what ways these interactions benefit mental health. This article reports on findings of a transcendental phenomenological methodology using in-depth interviews with three participants to explore the phenomenon of animal interaction and mental well-being. All participants had regular interactions with animal programs and were previously diagnosed with depression. The study identified direct and indirect benefits of interaction with animals to mental health and outlines a conceptual framework for further research and for considering practice interventions. This research contributes to the literature on the role of animals in fostering mental well-being. (Edited publisher abstract)
Youth mental health in Ireland and Northern Ireland: an AcCESs Evidence Report
- Authors:
- ROCHFORD Sarah, et al
- Publisher:
- Centre for Effective Services
- Publication year:
- 2018
- Pagination:
- 79
- Place of publication:
- Dublin
This evidence review focuses on the mental health of young people between the ages of 12 and 18 years. It looks at some of the more common mental health problems experienced by young people, the factors that influence youth mental health and what support young people can draw on if they have a mental health difficulty. It identifies a range of factors influencing mental health, including social and cultural influences, environmental and individual factors. It also includes key facts and figures on youth mental health in Ireland and Northern Ireland. Based on the findings, the review provides key messages about emerging trends in youth mental health in Ireland and Northern Ireland, highlights research findings on effective approaches, and lists a number of agencies and organisations providing specialist training and resources. The resource is aimed at front-line professionals who come into regular contact with young people and who want to have a greater understanding of what some of the risk factors are, to recognise the warning signs, and to determine what they can do to support young people. (Edited publisher abstract)
Conditions for pets to prevent depression in older adults
- Authors:
- CHEUNG Chau-Kiu, KAM Ping Kwong
- Journal article citation:
- Aging and Mental Health, 22(12), 2018, pp.1627-1633.
- Publisher:
- Taylor and Francis
Objective: The study aims to determine if and how pet availability and engagement predicted depression in older adults. The prediction can be unconditional or independent of the sociodemographic characteristics of the older adult and/or conditional or dependent on the characteristics. These predictions rest on the contribution of resources pooled from older adults, their spouses, and pets, according to ecological theory. Method: The present study analyzed the effects of pet availability and engagement based on a survey of 340 older adults in Hong Kong, China. Results: Pet engagement but not pet availability manifested a significant negative effect on depression unconditionally. In addition, pet availability and engagement indicated some significant negative effects conditionally, including living with the spouse as a condition. Conclusion: For preventing depression in older adults, promoting their pet availability and engagement is promising. Particularly, the promotion would be more effective for older adults living with their spouses and being more resourceful than for others. (Publisher abstract)
Mental health at work
- Author:
- MENTAL HEALTH FOUNDATION
- Publisher:
- Mental Health Foundation
- Publication year:
- 2018
An online gateway bringing together information, advice, resources and training that workplaces can use to improve wellbeing and give employees the mental health support they need. It includes information on support for line managers and colleagues, assessing your organisation's approach, ideas to improve workplace culture and help to develop practice. It contains resources relevant for a range of sectors, including charities and business. The resource is funded by The Royal Foundation and the content is curated by Mind. (Edited publisher abstract)
Person-centred approaches to adult mental health
- Author:
- GUTHRIE Lydia
- Publisher:
- Research in Practice for Adults
- Publication year:
- 2018
- Pagination:
- 24
- Place of publication:
- Dartington
This briefing paper explores how person-centred care and support can be applied in mental health settings and services. It outlines the medical model, and then offers an explanation of several alternative models. It concludes with reflections upon the practice implications within adult social care. The briefing supports the view that the capacity for mental distress is part of the universal human experience and that attempts to understand and respond to distress should look beyond the individual and towards their experiences, relationships, identity, social capital and resources. It is aimed at practitioners working in adult social care. (Edited publisher abstract)
Significant therapy events with clients with intellectual disabilities
- Authors:
- WILLS Sarah, et al
- Journal article citation:
- Advances in Mental Health and Intellectual Disabilities, 12(5-6), 2018, pp.173-183.
- Publisher:
- Emerald
Purpose: The purpose of this paper is to explore significant events in psychotherapy with clients with intellectual disabilities (IDs). Design/methodology/approach: Four therapy dyads, each consisting of one client and one therapist, were recruited. Following the brief structured recall procedure (Elliott and Shapiro, 1988), semi-structured interviews focused on helpful events in psychotherapy, using video of particular sessions as a stimulus to help prompt recall of that session. Findings: Using interpretative phenomenological analysis, five super-ordinate themes were identified: “The Uniqueness of the Therapeutic Relationship”; “Using adaptations to Express Emotions”; “Client Behaviour/Therapist Behaviour”; “Hope and Paternalism”; and “Meaning-Making”. The results provide additional evidence that significant therapy events occur for clients with IDs. Furthermore, the research enabled insights to be gained about the process of therapy for this client group and for exploration of therapeutic factors that may be involved in facilitating a significant therapy event. Research limitations/implications: This study highlights the need for therapists to work in such a way as to facilitate significant events in therapy. Whilst this study was a necessary first step, owing to the non-existence of research in this area, the sample size and qualitative design may limit any wider generalisation of the findings. Originality/value: Significant events have not previously been explored in psychotherapy with clients with IDs. This research could therefore make an important contribution to our understanding of the process of psychotherapy for this client group. (Publisher abstract)
Mental health of perpetrators of intimate partner violence
- Authors:
- SESAR Kristina, DODAJ Arta, SIMIC Natasa
- Journal article citation:
- Mental Health Review Journal, 23(4), 2018, pp.221-239.
- Publisher:
- Emerald
Purpose: Intimate partner violence (IPV) represents a widespread social and public health problem. Researchers have been shown association between IPV and mental health problems. The purpose of this paper is to present a review of the literature on relationship between wide ranges of mental health problems. Design/methodology/approach: Research papers related to mental health problems among IPV perpetrators and published in leading academic journals in UK and abroad from 1987 to 2017 were identified and reviewed. Findings: Although there were some equivocal findings, the authors found that most of the available research suggests that there is a variety of psychological health problems among IPV perpetrators. Specifically, there was evidence of a significant relationship between anger problems, anxiety, depression, suicidal behaviour, personality disorders, alcoholism or problem gambling and perpetration of IPV. Results from analysed studies identified high rates of co-morbid disorders in IPV perpetrators. Practical implications: The findings highlight the need for treatment services to undertake screening and assessment of wide range of psychological difficulties to be able to provide best treatment approaches. Originality/value: To the best of our knowledge, this is the first systematic review that has included studies evaluating various psychological health problems among perpetrators of IPV. (Publisher abstract)
Mental health services for people with intellectual disability in the United Kingdom
- Authors:
- PERERA Bhathika, COURTENAY Ken
- Journal article citation:
- Advances in Mental Health and Intellectual Disabilities, 12(3-4), 2018, pp.91-98.
- Publisher:
- Emerald
Purpose: Services for people with intellectual disabilities in the UK have evolved over the years from hospital-based care to more community provision. There are multiple reasons for these changes, however, often it was due to changes in social policy or following a scandal in provision. The paper aims to discuss these issues. Design/methodology/approach: Providing services to meet the health and social care needs of people with intellectual disabilities is well-established in the four countries of the UK with support from legislation. There are often specialist mental health and social care teams. Dedicated professionals work with people with intellectual disabilities who experience mental health problems with a focus on support in the community. A range of services for children and adults and for offenders exist across the UK that often vary in composition and structure. Findings: The challenges in providing mental health services for children and adults with intellectual disabilities in the future include recruitment and training of the workforce with the remit of enhancing community support and reduced in-patient care. Practical implications: This paper helps the reader to understand how ID mental health services are organised in the UK. Originality/value: This paper gives a summary of the ID mental health services in the UK. Even though there are various papers looking at different aspects of mental health services for people with ID in the UK, this paper brings all that information together to help reader get a better understanding of the mental health services for people with ID. (Publisher abstract)
Educational outcomes of Discovery College participation for young people
- Authors:
- HOPKINS Liza, PEDWELL Glenda, LEE Stuart D
- Journal article citation:
- Mental Health and Social Inclusion, 22(4), 2018, pp.195-202.
- Publisher:
- Emerald
Purpose: The purpose of this paper is to understand why young people and adults enrolled in co-produced, co-received Discovery College (a youth-focused Recovery College) courses, what their experience of participating was, and whether attitudes towards education changed as a result of course participation. Design/methodology/approach: The study used a pre- and post-participation survey to assess both the qualitative experience of participants in Discovery College courses, along with a quantitative component measuring change in attitudes to education and learning opportunities. Findings: The project found that participating in Discovery College benefitted young people through: an improved attitude towards education; and greater likelihood of participating in future study after completing a Discovery College course. People who participated in Discovery College courses, both young people and adults were positive about their experiences with the college and experienced positive attitude change. This work demonstrates the importance of Discovery College as part of a holistic approach to the care of young people with mental illness. Originality/value: This paper reports on one of the first evaluations of youth-focused Recovery Colleges globally. It provides evidence of the effectiveness of the Recovery College model for a youth cohort. (Edited publisher abstract)