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Introduction to the research on: the effectiveness of supported housing and accommodation for people with mental health problems
- Authors:
- HARFLETT Naomi, JENNINGS Yasmin, LINSKY Kate
- Publisher:
- National Development Team for Inclusion
- Publication year:
- 2017
- Pagination:
- 17
- Place of publication:
- Bristol
A short scoping review of research into the effectiveness of supported housing and accommodation for people with mental health problems aimed at practitioners who work with people with mental health problems. For the review, searches were carried out on organisational websites and a range of databases, including Social Care Online, for UK based research published from 2000. The document provides an overview of the quantity and quality of the research and a table summarising the 20 studies reviewed with their key findings. It also provides a summary of areas identified for future research. The review finds that various models of community-based supported housing have been associated with a range of positive outcomes for people with mental health problems. These include: improved quality of life, more extensive social networks, social inclusion, reduced negative symptoms, increased participation in work and education, increased autonomy, improved self-esteem and happiness, reduced challenging behaviour, increased confidence, and relapse prevention. However, there is less known about the factors which lead to these outcomes and the characteristics that make the most effective types of support. (Edited publisher abstract)
Employment and mental health
- Authors:
- KHAN Masood, BOARDMAN Jed
- Publisher:
- Royal College of Psychiatrists
- Publication year:
- 2017
- Pagination:
- 32
- Place of publication:
- London
This report focus on mental health and employment, examining the recent national initiatives and policies and the key arguments for improving the access of people with mental health conditions to the labour market, and setting out key priorities and future prospects. The paper suggests that as well as offering a number of social, health and economic benefits, strong moral and human rights arguments can be put forward to support the creation of employment opportunities for people with mental health problems. The paper highlights a number of approaches to improving employment support, focusing in particular on the following themes: the importance of work and employment for personal recovery; the value of approaching treatment and employment support in parallel; the importance of a clear social perspective on health and social interventions in medical training and in the training of psychiatrists; the need for an integrated approach to employment support; the implementation of evidence-based approaches to supported employment; the clarification of the role of mental health in occupational health services; the importance of primary care services; the importance of valuing people’s lived experience of mental health problems; the development of a clear perspective on public mental health and employment; and the need to define the role of commissioning in improving employment opportunities for people with mental health problems. (Edited publisher abstract)
The psychological impact of austerity: a briefing paper
- Authors:
- McGRATH Laura, GRIFFIN Vanessa, MUNDY Ed
- Publisher:
- Psychologists Against Austerity
- Publication year:
- 2015
- Pagination:
- 16
This briefing paper draws on previous research to link austerity and cuts to public services with mental health problems. It identifies discusses five ways in which austerity policies impact on mental health, illustrating each with a short case study. These ‘Austerity Ailments’ are: humiliation and shame; fear and distrust; instability and insecurity; isolation and loneliness; and being trapped and powerless. The briefing also discusses the some of the key indicators of living in a psychologically healthy society, which include: agency; security; connection; meaning; and trust. It argues that creating these conditions for wellbeing and resilience directly helps to prevent distress in the short and long term, thereby saving resources and reducing suffering. It provides recommendations for services, communities and policy makers on the best ways to produce these outcomes. (Edited publisher abstract)
Think ahead: social work poll
- Author:
- COMRES
- Publisher:
- ComRes
- Publication year:
- 2017
- Pagination:
- 8
- Place of publication:
- London
Reports on the results of an online survey of 2,033 of British adults which asked about the role of social workers in providing support for people with mental health problems. The survey also asked about the type of support people thought social workers could provide for people with severe mental health problems and professionals involved in deciding whether someone could be detained under the Mental Health Act. Results included that only 41 per cent of those surveyed thought of social workers as important providers of mental health support, whereas 69 per cent identified psychiatrists and 65 per cent identified GPs. (Edited publisher abstract)
Evaluation of the Shared Lives Mental Health Project
- Authors:
- HARFLETT Naomi, JENNINGS Yasmin
- Publisher:
- National Development Team for Inclusion
- Publication year:
- 2017
- Pagination:
- 62
- Place of publication:
- Bath
An evaluation of a project to support the development of Shared Lives as an option for people with mental ill health. The project has supported seven local Shared Lives schemes to develop, demonstrate and market a financially viable and commission ready approach to Shared Lives mental health support, and to generate learning about what works. Drawing on data collected through a mixed methods evaluation approach, this report describes the impact and learning from the project. The evaluation has found evidence of the positive impact that having support through a Shared Lives arrangement – whether it is day support, short breaks or long-term arrangements – can have on the lives of people with mental ill health. There are examples of improvements in general wellbeing and increased participation in community life, as well as specific examples where people’s mental health has stabilised and hospital stays have been prevented. The impact goes beyond those in Shared Lives arrangements to family members of those being supported, Shared Lives carers and their families and communities that people are supported in. Although some of the seven project schemes experienced challenges and frustrations and in some cases growth was slow, all saw increases in the number of new arrangements for people with mental ill health and all saw increases in the number of Shared Lives carers offering mental health support. (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)
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)
The MOPAC Youth Outcomes Framework
- Authors:
- MAYOR'S OFFICE FOR POLICING AND CRIME, PROJECT ORACLE
- Publisher:
- Mayor's Office for Policing and Crime
- Publication year:
- 2016
- Pagination:
- 3
- Place of publication:
- London
This resource presents the Mayor's Office for Policing and Crime (MOPAC) Youth Outcomes Framework (2016), which was developed by MOPAC and Project Oracle in 2013. The Outcomes Framework is based on: a review of existing children and youth outcomes frameworks; consultation with over 75 youth justice organisations, funders and commissioners across London; a pilot of the MOPAC Youth Outcomes Framework within three London local authorities and lessons learned from their experiences. The Framework is a tool to support those working in the youth justice sector to identify their intended outcomes, and to assess and demonstrate those outcomes. It is a 'menu' of outcomes and measurement tools which organisations can select from to explore and demonstrate the impact of their work. Outcomes and measurement tools are grouped around five themes: offending, violence and victimisation; behaviour; attitudes and relationships; personal skills and attributes; and mental health and wellbeing. (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)
Mental health at work: the business costs ten years on
- Authors:
- PARSONAGE Michael, SAINI Geena
- Publisher:
- Centre for Mental Health
- Publication year:
- 2017
- Pagination:
- 12
- Place of publication:
- London
This paper estimates the cost of mental health problems to UK employers for the financial year 2016/17, updating previous figures published by the Centre for Mental Health. It calculates business costs due to sickness absence, reduced productivity when staff are at work or 'presenteeism', and in relation to replacing staff who leave their jobs for mental health reasons. The estimates show that costs to employers come to £34.9 billion for the financial year 2016/17, equivalent to approximately £1,300 for every employee in the UK workforce. The findings show that improving mental health in the workplace makes good business sense. It highlights the need for organisations to promote wellbeing, create healthy work environments, support those experiencing mental ill-health and equip employees returning to work. (Edited publisher abstract)