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Seasonal affective disorder among primary care attenders and a community sample in Aberdeen
- Authors:
- EAGLES J. M., et al
- Journal article citation:
- British Journal of Psychiatry, 175, November 1999, pp.472-475.
- Publisher:
- Cambridge University Press
Patients aged 16-64 consulting their GPs in Aberdeen during January were screened with the Seasonal Pattern Assessment Questionnaire (SPAQ). SPAQs were also mailed to 600 matched patients, who had not consulted their GP during January. Surgery attenders who fulfilled SPAQ criteria for SAD were invited for interview to determine whether they met criteria for SAD in DSM-IV and the Structured Interview Guide for the Hamilton Rating Scale for Depression--Seasonal Affective Disorder Version (SIGH-SAD). Of 6161 surgery attenders, 4557 (74%) completed a SPAQ; 442 (9.7%) were SPAQ cases of SAD. Rate of caseness on the SPAQ did not differ between surgery attenders and non-attenders. Of 223 interviewed SPAQ cases of SAD, 91 (41%) also fulfilled DSM-IV and SIGH-SAD criteria. It is concluded that there is a high prevalence of SAD among patients attending their GPs in January in Aberdeen; this is likely to reflect a similar rate in the community.
Developing social prescribing and community referrals for mental health in Scotland
- Authors:
- FRIEDLI Lynne, et al
- Publisher:
- Scottish Development Centre for Mental Health
- Publication year:
- 2007
- Pagination:
- 97p.
- Place of publication:
- Edinburgh
This report was commissioned from the Scottish Development Centre for Mental Health (SDC) by the Scottish Government’s National Programme for Improving Mental Health and Wellbeing, to address the role and potential contribution of social prescribing or community referral in two principal areas of concern in mental health: effective identification and response to people with common mental health problems presenting in primary care, and the role of primary care in supporting people with long term mental health problems. The aim of this report is to provide information that could inform the future development, commissioning and design of social prescribing or community referral programmes in Scotland.
Deprivation, psychological distress and consultation length in general practice
- Authors:
- STIRLING A.M., WILSON P., McCONNACHIE A.
- Journal article citation:
- British Journal of General Practice, 51(467), June 2001, pp.456-460.
- Publisher:
- Royal College of General Practitioners
The role of primary care in community care services: executive summary
- Author:
- GREAT BRITAIN. Scottish Office. National Health Service in Scotland. CRAG Working Group on Mental Illness
- Publisher:
- HMSO/Great Britain. Scottish Office. National Health Service in Scotland
- Publication year:
- 1996
- Pagination:
- 16p.
- Place of publication:
- Edinburgh
Executive summary of a report outlining issues concerned with the effective delivery of primary care services for people with mental health problems in Scotland in the context of current community care legislation.
The role of primary care in community care services
- Author:
- GREAT BRITAIN. Scottish Office. National Health Service in Scotland. CRAG Working Group on Mental Illness
- Publisher:
- HMSO/Great Britain. Scottish Office. National Health Service in Scotland
- Publication year:
- 1996
- Pagination:
- 55p.,bibliog.
- Place of publication:
- Edinburgh
Report outlining issues concerned with the effective delivery of primary care services in the context of current community care legislation. While recognising the diversity of service provision the report recommends a locally co-ordinated approach to the delivery of community care by primary care teams and general practitioners. Focuses in particular on the delivery of services to people with mental health problems.
STEPS: going beyond the tip of the iceberg. A multi-level, multi-purpose approach to common mental health problems
- Authors:
- WHITE Jim, et al
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Public Mental Health, 7(1), August 2008, pp.42-50.
- Publisher:
- Emerald
STEPS is a primary care mental health team that has attempted to develop a very high volume multi-level, multi-purpose service for those with mild to moderate problems. The service attempts to overcome many of the limitations of more traditional services. Whilst community mental health teams provide service to those with moderate to severe mental health problems, the remit of the primary care mental health teams (PCMHTs) is to provide care to adults (16 years onwards) with mild to moderate mental health difficulties. This paper describes the services contained within the six level model (individual therapy, group approaches, single contacts, non face-to-face work, working with others and population level work). It provides different levels of treatments such as individual therapy, groupwork and self-help approaches according to different needs.
Tackling inequalities in primary care mental health
- Authors:
- ROSS Michael Killoran, CRAIG Pauline
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Public Mental Health, 10(2), 2011, pp.99-109.
- Publisher:
- Emerald
This article outlines activities aimed at expanding the capacity of the primary care team to tackle health inequalities in the local area. It was undertaken by a primary care mental health team and public health specialists in Glasgow. In association with the Glasgow Centre for Population Health (GCPH), work was undertaken to address inequalities within mental health in the context of service provision. In an attempt to progress work on inequalities, a suitable model was required and the approach offered by the GCPH was a valuable starting point. Through a systematic consideration of available approaches, and the baseline position, it was possible to begin to reflect on potential interventions, and to consider ways in which outcomes could be measured and reviewed. This process, which evolved in discussion within the team and senior management, became an important starting point for longer term action. It provided an important first step in prioritising possible approaches. The group is now considering further collaboration with GCPH to examine how they might assess the extent of mental health and well-being concerns in their population. Implications for future service development are discussed.
How do we treat unhappiness
- Authors:
- MAXWELL Margaret, McCOLLAM Allyson, HALLIDAY Emma
- Journal article citation:
- Mental Health Today, March 2005, pp.26-28.
- Publisher:
- Pavilion
- Place of publication:
- Hove
Reports findings of a study that explored how people experiencing common mental health problems understand self-help and use it as a coping strategy. The study focused on capacity for the development of self-help within primary care to address mental health needs. The 18-month qualitative study was undertaken in two local health co-operatives (LHCCs) within one primary care trust in Scotland. Individual interviews and multi-disciplinary discussions were conducted with staff, and 34 service users were also recruited for in-depth interviews to explore their views, needs, and how these needs were being met. Findings suggest that improving primary care responses for people with common mental health problems should increase the availability of social support, particularly for those people who are isolated.
Primary prevention of mental health problems: a position statement
- Author:
- GREAT BRITAIN. Scottish Office. National Health Service in Scotland. CRAG Working Group on Mental Illness
- Publisher:
- HMSO/Great Britain. Scottish Office. National Health Service in Scotland
- Publication year:
- 1995
- Pagination:
- 35p.,bibliog.
- Place of publication:
- Edinburgh
Recommendations from a working group on mental health in Scotland. Presents data on: the size of the problem; prevention; epidemiological framework; prevention; and potential for effective action. Following chapters look at the causes of mental health problems, establishing the effectiveness of primary prevention strategies, and evidence of effective interventions. Draws conclusions and makes recommendations for research and for drawing up guidance for purchasers.
Meeting the primary mental health care needs of elderly Chinese people in the UK: a case for specialist provision
- Author:
- FOONG Andrew
- Journal article citation:
- Mental Health and Learning Disabilities Care, 4(4), December 2000, pp.130-133.
- Publisher:
- Pavilion
Reports on the findings of a study into the knowledge and perceptions of primary mental health services among elderly Chinese people in Glasgow that found most were not satisfied with the services of which they were aware, and were unaware of other statutory and voluntary services that might help them. Proposes specialist regional centres to meet this populations cultural needs as a possible solution.