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Experience-based co-design in an adult psychological therapies service
- Authors:
- COOPER Kate, GILLMORE Chris, HOGG Lorna
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Mental Health, 25(1), 2016, pp.36-40.
- Publisher:
- Taylor and Francis
- Place of publication:
- London
Background: Experience-based co-design (EBCD) is a methodology for service improvement and development, which puts service-user voices at the heart of improving health services. Aims: The aim of this paper was to implement the EBCD methodology in a mental health setting, and to investigate the challenges which arise during this process. Method: In order to achieve this, a modified version of the EBCD methodology was undertaken, which involved listening to the experiences of the people who work in and use the mental health setting and sharing these experiences with the people who could effect change within the service, through collaborative work between service-users, staff and managers. Results: EBCD was implemented within the mental health setting and was well received by service-users, staff and stakeholders. A number of modifications were necessary in this setting, for example high levels of support available to participants. Conclusions: It was concluded that EBCD is a suitable methodology for service improvement in mental health settings. (Publisher abstract)
Thematic review of family therapy journals 2011
- Author:
- CARR Alan
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Family Therapy, 34(4), November 2012, pp.431-451.
- Publisher:
- Wiley
In 2011 there was some expansion of the evidence base for systemic practice with child-focused and adult-focused problems, couples problems and family therapy conducted in medical and military contexts. There were important developments in the areas of integrative systemic practice models, competency-based training and real world research on the cost effectiveness and comparative effectiveness of family therapy. In this article the contents of the principal English-language family therapy journals published in 2011 are reviewed under these headings: child-focused problems, adult-focused problems, couples therapy, medical family therapy, military family therapy, theory, research, training, the new Journal of Couple and Family Psychology and Human Systems twenty-first anniversary.
Incremental validity of stressful life experiences in predicting psychiatric comorbidity among women in substance abuse treatment
- Authors:
- TAYLOR Rebecca D., BISWAS Bipasha, VAUGHN Michael G.
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Social Service Research, 38(3), 2012, pp.382-391.
- Publisher:
- Taylor and Francis
- Place of publication:
- Philadelphia, USA
Adolescence and young adulthood has been well recognised as a period of transition where young people are expected to navigate a series of complex developmental tasks. Yet, the dynamic contribution of stressful life experiences in predicting psychiatric comorbidity continues to challenge clinical practice and research. This study tested incremental validity of stressful life experiences related to psychiatric comorbidity among 128 young women in a US Midwestern substance abuse treatment facility. Respondents reported low income, homelessness, and health and mental health issues. Using the Addiction Severity Index (ASI), Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders-Fourth Edition, Text Revision, and Stressful Life Experience (SLE) Screen as correlates, hierarchical linear regression demonstrated support for incremental validity of SLE uniquely accounting for 6.5% of variance in ASI psychiatric scores. The authors concluded that the findings supported future use of SLE in clinical settings for assessment and intervention purposes.
Supporting relatives of adults with chronic mental illness in the community: a comparative evaluation of two groups
- Authors:
- MITCHELL Fraser, et al
- Journal article citation:
- Practice: Social Work in Action, 10(4), 1998, pp.15-26.
- Publisher:
- Taylor and Francis
Relatives of adults with chronic mental illness are recognised as an important provider of care for this vulnerable population. Carers, alongside service users, are being encouraged to be more involved in developing plans for care and treatment in the community for people with severe and long-term mental health problems through arrangements such as the care programme approach. This study compares relatives' satisfaction with two groups established by neighbouring Community Mental Health Teams. Despite some broad similarities, notable differences were apparent between the groups in terms of the profile of the relatives and the orientation of the groups. Both groups were found to meet the needs of participants and were rated highly on providing information and emotional support. The ratings by the 'drop-outs' of each group differed, with only one set being dissatisfied with the service offered. This study suggests that a variety of interventions are needed to meet the differing needs of informal carers.
Firesetting: psychopathology, theory and treatment
- Authors:
- GANNON Theresa A., PINA Afroditi
- Journal article citation:
- Aggression and Violent Behavior, 15(3), May 2010, pp.224-238.
- Publisher:
- Elsevier
This paper systematically reviews the characteristics of adult arsonists, and the etiological features of arson. In particular, it pays attention to current research available as to the core traits and psychopathological features required to understand arsonists, and the classificatory systems and etiological theories developed to understand it. This assessment of current research suggests that clinical knowledge and practice relating to arson is extremely immature relative to other areas of forensic-clinical psychology. The paper concludes that there are very few etiological theories available to guide consulting clinicians in this area, and little information available specifying the exact criminogenic needs related to arsonists, or how these needs compare to other offender groups. The considerable lack of contemporary treatment programmes designed to target arson behaviour is also noted. The paper ends by highlighting core areas for future research and treatment progression.
Training social problem-solving skill to reduce maladaptive behaviours in intellectual disability groups: the influence of individual difference factors
- Authors:
- LOUMIDIS Konstantinos S., HILL Andrew
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities, 10(3), 1997, pp.217-237.
- Publisher:
- Wiley
Describes how a critical review of the literature relevant to social problem-solving skills training (SPSST) in individuals with intellectual disabilities concluded that although there is some evidence that training may be effective, the evidence is weak. It is suggested that little is known about factors which may moderate the effectiveness of training; in particular the impact of age, general intellectual ability and place of residence.
Adults with learning disabilities and mental health needs: conceptual and service issues
- Author:
- GRAVESTOCK Shaun
- Journal article citation:
- Tizard Learning Disability Review, 4(2), April 1999, pp.6-13.
- Publisher:
- Emerald
This article introduces service changes impacting on adults with learning disabilities, defines the concepts of learning disability, needs and need assessments, dual diagnosis and mental health needs and considers their service implications. The findings from a national multi-professional survey of services for adults with learning disabilities and mental health needs are summarised and the difficulties of meeting the complex needs of these adults are demonstrated. Recent developments in clinical diagnostic assessment, needs assessment, care planning, outcome monitoring, staff training and service evaluation are discussed, including the possible advantages of the care programme approach (CPA). Recommendations are given for services for adults with learning disabilities and mental health needs and points for discussion with service users and carers are suggested.