This book evaluates a range of research methodologies and examines what types of 'evidence' have been appealed to. It comprises an historical and conceptual analysis of what was regarded as evidence and how this has impacted on mental health care. Presenting different methodological approaches it discusses their strengths and weaknesses in providing evidence, an how evidence is applied in different treatment and care modalities. Different angles on the the way forward for providing evidence to improve current treatments are scrutinised.
This book evaluates a range of research methodologies and examines what types of 'evidence' have been appealed to. It comprises an historical and conceptual analysis of what was regarded as evidence and how this has impacted on mental health care. Presenting different methodological approaches it discusses their strengths and weaknesses in providing evidence, an how evidence is applied in different treatment and care modalities. Different angles on the the way forward for providing evidence to improve current treatments are scrutinised.
Subject terms:
medication, mental health, mental health problems, mental health services, participatory research, psychiatry, research methods, severe mental health problems, treatment, therapies, therapy and treatment, user participation, evidence, evidence-based practice;