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The health impact of policy interventions tackling the social determinants of common mental disorder: a systematic review
- Authors:
- CANDY Bridget, et al
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Public Mental Health, 6(2), June 2007, pp.28-39.
- Publisher:
- Emerald
This paper reports findings from a review to explore evidence on the health impact of UK policy interventions that aim to tackle the key social determinants of common mental disorder (CMD). These were previously identified in the literature as cumulative socio-economic deprivation, unemployment, psychosocial work characteristics, and poor social relationships. The review identified some evidence of a positive impact on CMD of urban regeneration schemes, but evidence was sparse on interventions relating to determinants. The ability of research to inform policy design to improve the lives of the disadvantage could be assisted by a broader definition of what counts as evidence. This may include wider use of qualitative methodologies and a more deliberate focus on social processes known to be implicated in mental health.
Covid-19 and wellbeing inequalities: housing
- Authors:
- MAGUIRE Rosie, Centre for Thriving Places
- Publisher:
- What Works Centre for Wellbeing
- Publication year:
- 2021
- Pagination:
- 6
- Place of publication:
- London
Focusing on the relationship between wellbeing and housing, this summary provides some insights from the data in Covid:WIRED, a Covid-19 inequalities evidence dashboard. There are long-standing inequalities within the housing system: the type and quality of housing, affordability and access to amenities vary across different communities and groups. These inequalities have a direct impact on the drivers of wellbeing, such as physical and mental health, our perceptions of the community around us and our social relationships. They also can directly impact on our overall wellbeing. The onset of the pandemic meant that existing inequalities in conditions at home were exacerbated by lockdown because more time was spent there, but also because they have affected how different people were able to respond to the lockdown, such as whether they could work from home. The data shows that housing conditions had a stronger independent effect on wellbeing in the first lockdown than before the pandemic; the wellbeing gap between renters and owners has widened over the lockdown period (controlled for income and relationship status). In addition, the composition of households affected the risk of infection from Covid-19: a panel study found the risk was determined by the number of social contacts individuals make, which increased with the number of people in the household. Monitoring both the tangible effects of housing on the drivers of wellbeing as well as its effects on subjective wellbeing will help to craft and evaluate policy and practice responses. (Edited publisher abstract)
The impact of housing instability on child maltreatment: a causal investigation
- Author:
- MARCAL Katherine E.
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Family Social Work, 21(4-5), 2018, pp.331-347.
- Publisher:
- Taylor and Francis
- Place of publication:
- Philadelphia, USA
More than a half million children are confirmed as victims of maltreatment by the child welfare system each year. Children from unstably housed families are over-represented in child maltreatment reports, and a growing body of evidence links housing problems to maltreatment and Child Protective Services (CPS) investigation. The present study applies two propensity score analysis approaches—greedy matching and propensity score weighting—to data from the Fragile Families and Child Well-being Study to move toward a causal explanation of child maltreatment behaviours among mothers in low-income households. Utilizing two separate methods to correct for overt selection bias, the present study finds that housing instability leads to a small increase in maltreatment behaviours, yet this small positive net impact on child maltreatment does not fully explain the over-representation of unstably housed families in the child welfare system. Families experiencing housing problems likely have a range of needs that require earlier, targeted intervention to mitigate consequences of poverty, domestic violence, and maternal depression. Child welfare services should invest resources in housing assistance programmes in-house as well as through partnerships with local public housing authorities to stabilize families, reduce housing-related strain on caregivers, and promote family preservation. (Edited publisher abstract)
Ex-prisoners’ re-entry: an emerging frontier and a social work challenge
- Author:
- CNAAN Ram A.
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Policy Practice, 7(2/3), 2008, pp.178-198.
- Publisher:
- Routledge
- Place of publication:
- Philadelphia, USA
The prison population of the USA has soared in the past thirty years, and many released prisoners have spent long periods locked up. They may also have low levels of education or skills, and often have significant physical/mental health problems and/or substance abuse disorders. As a result, their re-entry into society is often unsuccessful. Data on incarceration, its impact on the individuals concerned and the challenges of re-entry into society are examined, and ways of coping with the resultant social problems are suggested. Paramount will be the development by social services systems of comprehensive packages of services such as independent housing and employment alongside counselling and rehabilitation.
Regenerating minds
- Authors:
- HUXLEY Peter, EVANS Sherrill
- Journal article citation:
- Community Care, 8.11.01, 2001, pp.40-41.
- Publisher:
- Reed Business Information
The authors, of the Institute of Psychiatry report on a study of the impact on mental health of an urban regeneration scheme in a deprived part of Manchester.
Mental health policy and practice across Europe
- Editors:
- KNAPP Martin, et al, (eds.)
- Publisher:
- Open University Press
- Publication year:
- 2007
- Pagination:
- 452p.
- Place of publication:
- Maidenhead
In much of Europe, it remains taboo to discuss the challenges that poor mental health raises for governments, societies and particularly for people with mental health problems themselves. This book maps the current state of policy, service provision and funding for mental health care across Europe, taking into account the differing historical contexts that have shaped both the development and delivery of services. A holistic approach is adopted that aims to assess the influence on mental health of environmental factors such as housing, poverty, employment, social justice and displacement. This title examines the legal rights of people with mental health problems; addresses the impact of stigma, social exclusion and discrimination; reviews the role of users and their families in the development of mental health services and policy; reflects on approaches to reform and on the future development of services; evaluates opportunities for the rehabilitation of people with mental health problems; discusses the financing and organisation of mental health systems; and, reflects on approaches to reform and the future development of services.
Mental health of the statutorily homeless population: secondary analysis of the Psychiatric Morbidity Surveys
- Authors:
- SIMS Jane, VICTOR Christina R.
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Mental Health, 8(5), October 1999, pp.523-532.
- Publisher:
- Taylor and Francis
- Place of publication:
- London
The prevalence of neuroticism, as measured by the CIS-R, was compared across two groups: the statutorily homeless and those in private households, using data from the Psychiatric Morbidity Surveys. Homeless people, many of whom were young adults, experienced twice the rate of neurotic disorder. The raised prevalence was associated with stressful life events such as long-term illness, plus the lack of social support. Homeless people with mental health problems were more likely to be treated as in-patients rather than out-patients. Holistic management of patients facing socio-economic adversity is needed to improve psychiatric morbidity.
Aftercare of black ethnic minority people discharge from psychiatric hospitals: findings
- Author:
- JOSEPH ROWNTREE FOUNDATION
- Publisher:
- Joseph Rowntree Foundation
- Publication year:
- 1994
- Pagination:
- 4p.
- Place of publication:
- York
Black ethnic minority people discharged from psychiatric hospitals and their carers are inadequately catered for by aftercare services; their housing needs though pressing are also often hidden, according to a new study. The survey of 101 discharged people, conducted by a team from the School of Sociology and Social Policy of Leeds University, found many poorly prepared for return to the community, with widespread experience of poverty, unemployment, racial harassment and social isolation.
Social care and black communities: a review of recent research studies
- Authors:
- BUTT Jabeer, MIRZA Kurshida
- Publisher:
- Stationery Office
- Publication year:
- 1996
- Pagination:
- 162p.,tables,bibliog.
- Place of publication:
- London
Provides a critical review of research looking at the prevalence, incidence and characteristics of the social care and related health needs of black and minority ethnic communities. Summarises information on the take-up, and access to social services of ethnic minorities. Material covered includes academic and published research; local authority studies; and voluntary and community group studies.
Petersburg in the early 90's: crazy, cold, cruel.
- Author:
- CHARITABLE FOUNDATION NOCHLEZHKA
- Publisher:
- Charitable Foundation Nochlezhka
- Publication year:
- 1994
- Pagination:
- 255p.
- Place of publication:
- St. Petersburg
Articles on the social changes taking place in St. Petersburg, after the euphoria of perestroika had evaporated. Social problems looked at include: homelessness, unemployment, homeless children living on the streets, crime, and poverty. Places these issues in the context of the ineffectiveness of state social policy and the role social work could play in alleviating these problems.