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Old before their time
- Author:
- ROARTY Evlynne
- Journal article citation:
- Community Care, 29.10.98, 1998, p.8.
- Publisher:
- Reed Business Information
When dementia strikes the young, its devastating effects are often more acutely felt than when it afflicts elderly people. The author examines the added burden.
From budgets to caseloads - nationwide study reveals wide differences in care management
- Author:
- -
- Journal article citation:
- Care Plan, 5(2), December 1998, pp.34-38.
- Publisher:
- Positive Publications/ Anglia Polytechnic University, Faculty of Health and Social Work
Describes research into care management for older people and people with mental health problems that shows a broad national picture of the different forms of care management.
Questionable validity of 'dissociative amnesia' in trauma victims
- Authors:
- POPE Harrison, et al
- Journal article citation:
- British Journal of Psychiatry, 172, March 1998, pp.210-215.
- Publisher:
- Cambridge University Press
Reviews evidence from prospective studies to test whether individuals can develop amnesia for traumatic experiences, a process variously termed ' repression', ' dissociative amnesia' or psychogenic amnesia'. Finds that prospective data as yet to fail to demonstrate that individuals can develop dissociative amnesia for traumatic events.
New alliance to promote Incapable Adults Bill
- Author:
- NICKALLS Susan
- Journal article citation:
- Third Force News, 27.2.98, 1998, pp.8-9.
- Publisher:
- Scottish Council for Voluntary Organisations
In 1995 after much deliberation, the Scottish Law Commission recommended wide-ranging changes in the law relating to the property, financial affairs and personal welfare of mentally incapable adults. As yet this Bill has not been passed through Parliament. Reports on a pressure group which has been formed with the sole aim of getting the proposals onto the legislative calendar this autumn.
Reported sexual abuse and subsequent psychopathology among women attending psychology clinics: the mediating role of dissociation
- Authors:
- ROSS-GOWER Jo, et al
- Journal article citation:
- British Journal of Clinical Psychology, 37(3), September 1998, pp.313-326.
- Publisher:
- Wiley
While there is now a good clinical research base that outlines the links between reported sexual abuse and psychological symptoms and disorders, there is less of an understanding of the psychological processes mediating that relationship. This study assessed the role of dissociation as a mediator between reported sexual abuse and a range of psychopathological characteristics.
Suffer the meek
- Author:
- RAINE Peter
- Journal article citation:
- ADSS Inform, 7(3), August 1998, pp.13-14.
Discusses a new report which highlights the steps needed to help protect vulnerable witnesses.
Child abuse and severity of disturbance among adult psychiatric inpatients
- Author:
- READ John
- Journal article citation:
- Child Abuse and Neglect, 22(5), May 1998, pp.359-368.
- Publisher:
- Elsevier
Describes a study in New Zealand to determine whether childhood abuse is related to severity of psychological disturbance in adulthood, even with an extremely disturbed, predominantly psychotic, population. The study revealed relationships between childhood sexual or physical abuse and suicidality, duration of hospitalisation, and age at first admission. Several gender differences in these relationships were found. These included the finding that sexually abused males, but not sexually abused females, were significantly more suicidal than their nonabused counterparts. The theoretical and clinical implications of further evidence that child abuse is related to the most severe levels of dysfunction in adulthood, including psychosis, are discussed. The need for routine child abuse inquiry in inpatient setting is reiterated.
Do occupational therapists feel equipped to deal with the adult legacy of childhood sexual abuse?
- Author:
- ABRAHAMSON Vanessa
- Journal article citation:
- British Journal of Occupational Therapy, 61(2), February 1998, pp.63-67.
- Publisher:
- Sage
Research findings are consistent in showing a strong specific and coherent association between childhood sexual abuse (CSA) and long-term psychiatric problems. Occupational therapists working in mental health services must therefore have contact with survivors of abuse, yet the literature reveals a paucity of research on their role. Semi-structured interviews were conducted with nine occupational therapists to explore their knowledge and practice concerning this issue.
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.
The educational needs of occupational therapists who work with adult survivors of childhood sexual abuse
- Author:
- FOULDER-HUGHES Lynda
- Journal article citation:
- British Journal of Occupational Therapy, 61(2), February 1998, pp.68-74.
- Publisher:
- Sage
This study aims to examine the education and training needs of occupational therapists who work with adult survivors of childhood sexual abuse (CSA). Two sample groups were used: occupational therapy pre-registration courses and occupational therapists working in mental health settings. Seventeen courses and 43 occupational therapists responded from around the UK. Discusses the research results and recommendations regarding prospective educational requirements and further research are made.