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‘Listen, empower us and take action now!’: reflexive-collaborative exploration of support needs in bipolar disorder when ‘going up’ and ‘going down’
- Authors:
- BILLSBOROUGH Julie, et al
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Mental Health, 23(1), 2014, pp.9-14.
- Publisher:
- Taylor and Francis
- Place of publication:
- London
Background: People with a diagnosis of bipolar disorder experience mood fluctuation from depression to mania, and their support needs may differ during these fluctuations. Aims: To investigate support needed during periods of mania and depression, and when ‘going up’ or ‘going down’. Method: Five service user researchers were supported in a reflexive-collaborative approach to undertake and analyse semi-structured interviews with 16 people with a diagnosis of bipolar disorder and 11 people providing informal support. Results: Support needs differed when becoming manic or depressed. When manic, people needed a calming approach and encouragement to avoid overly stimulating activities. When depressed, positive activity and engaging in everyday life routines were helpful. Three core themes determined the effectiveness of support: (1) being listened to with active engagement through affirmation and encouragement, (2) empowerment through development of personal coping and self-management strategies, and (3) early action and understanding of early warning signs to respond to developing crises and protect wellbeing. Conclusion: Periods of depression or mania, and lesser ‘ups’ and ‘downs’, all require different support needs. Active listening and engagement, facilitating empowerment and appropriate early action are crucial elements of effective support. (Publisher abstract)
Hidden healthcare
- Author:
- JOHNSON Robin
- Journal article citation:
- Mental Health Today, April 2011, pp.14-17.
- Publisher:
- Pavilion
- Place of publication:
- Hove
Some of the mental health problems that social housing staff have to deal with in their work are discussed. These include paranoia, hoarding and personality disorders. The article highlights how social housing is supporting some of the most vulnerable people in society and argues that social housing should be include in partnerships and joint initiatives to identify needs.
Not one word of welcome
- Author:
- NEUSTATTER Angela
- Journal article citation:
- Young Minds Magazine, 93, March 2008, pp.15-17.
- Publisher:
- YoungMinds
The author looks at the difficulties facing unaccompanied asylum seeking children. She discusses the dangers of failing acknowledge their mental health needs.
‘I didn't know other people existed who hear voices…’ – qualitative perceptions of a hearing voices group for people with learning disabilities
- Authors:
- TOMLINS Rose, CAWLEY James
- Journal article citation:
- British Journal of Learning Disabilities, 44(3), 2016, pp.204-212.
- Publisher:
- Wiley
Group work for people who experience voice hearing in the mainstream population has been shown to have various benefits; however, there is little research describing hearing voices groups for people with learning disabilities. This study describes perceptions of a new hearing voices group for people with mild learning disabilities. Semi-structured interviews with twelve participants were conducted. This included three clients who attended the hearing voices group, three of their family members/carers and one professional. In addition, of those who were referred to the group but chose not to attend, one client, two family members/carers and two professionals were interviewed. Interview data were transcribed verbatim and thematic analysis was used to identify three overarching themes; the first ‘benefits of our hearing voices group’ described participants’ evaluations and perceptions of the hearing voices group. The second ‘making the decision to attend’ covers factors that influence clients when deciding whether or not to attend a hearing voices group. In the final theme ‘positive and negative contributors to the voice-hearing experience’, participants reflected on factors that affect the voice-hearing experience. The hearing voices group was valued by participants; however, services should consider the barriers to attendance faced by some clients. Strategies for addressing these are discussed. (Publisher abstract)
The mental maze
- Author:
- SHRUBB Richard
- Journal article citation:
- Learning Disability Today, 14(3), May/June 2014, pp.12-13.
- Publisher:
- Pavilion
- Place of publication:
- Hove
Reports on the issue that although people with learning disabilities are more prone to experiencing mental ill health than the general population, many struggle to access the help they need. (Edited publisher abstract)
'Alone with my thoughts' : recommendations for a new approach to young people’s mental health support
- Author:
- MINDFULL
- Publisher:
- MindFull
- Publication year:
- 2013
- Pagination:
- 23
MindFull, a new mental health charity, commissioned YouGov to carry out this study of over 2,000 young people aged 16 - 25 to understand their experiences of mental health. Young people were asked to reflect on their experiences before they were 16, and complete an online survey. Presents the findings of the survey, which sheds light on the problems of poor mental health, the associated stigma, and young people’s experience of seeking support. It calls for early intervention and prevention as well as increased professional support and advice. This report has been released to accompany the launch of a free online counselling service for young people. (Edited publisher abstract)
Modernising day services
- Authors:
- TAYLOR Ben, SNAGGE William
- Journal article citation:
- Openmind, 159, September 2009, pp.6-9.
- Publisher:
- MIND
Many day services will not have a secure future unless they adapt to meet the evolving needs of service users and expectations of government and commissioners. This article discusses how day services should change to meet the modernisation agenda. A description of how day services run by Bromley Mind have been restructured to place the service user at the heart of their own support is also provided.
Equality and access to human rights for people with both learning disability and mental illness needs
- Authors:
- LAWSON Annette, et al
- Journal article citation:
- Advances in Mental Health and Learning Disabilities, 2(2), June 2008, pp.3-8.
- Publisher:
- Emerald
The UK's policy architecture, goals and values, and its service frameworks, for people with disabilities have been set in the context of the global (United Nations) and European (EU) advances. This article examines the impact of these structures and contexts on people with learning disabilities and mental illness. It explores how identities which cut across recognised categories of disadvantage limit the rights of those with both learning disabilities and mental health problems, and looks at some of the ways in which this problem is being addressed.
The safer sex
- Author:
- DENT Emma
- Journal article citation:
- Health Service Journal, 22.06.06, 2006, pp.24-26.
- Publisher:
- Emap Healthcare
The author explains how there is now better medium secure provision for women, with services tailored to their needs. The article looks at examples of some PCTs who are now providing services in house.
Covid-19 and the nation’s mental health: forecasting needs and risks in the UK: May 2021
- Author:
- O'SHEA Nick
- Publisher:
- Centre for Mental Health
- Publication year:
- 2021
- Pagination:
- 8
- Place of publication:
- London
This is the fourth Centre for Mental Health forecast of the mental health impacts of the Covid-19 pandemic in England. After reviewing high quality evidence published during the six months since our previous forecast, we calculate that the equivalent of 8.5 million adults and 1.5 million children and young people will require mental health support as a direct impact of the pandemic during the next three to five years. The total increase in demand is around 10 million people. Key groups of people who face an especially high risk of poor mental health include people who have survived severe Covid-19 illness (especially those treated in intensive care), those working in health and care services during the pandemic, people economically impacted by the pandemic and those who have been bereaved. There are major gaps in robust evidence, including for children and young people and for the experiences of people from racialised communities in the UK. The predicted levels of demand are two to three times that of current NHS mental health capacity within a 3-5 year window. This is not a scenario where services can grow incrementally to meet steadily rising levels of need. Instead, Government and the NHS must take action now to meet a very steep increase in demand for mental health support. (Edited publisher abstract)