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Social exclusion and mental health: conceptual and methodological review
- Authors:
- MORGAN Craig, et al
- Journal article citation:
- British Journal of Psychiatry, 191(12), December 2007, pp.477-483.
- Publisher:
- Cambridge University Press
The concept of social exclusion is now widely used in discussions about the nature of disadvantage, and there are ongoing initiatives to promote social inclusion among those with mental health problems. The article seeks to conduct a conceptual and methodological review of social exclusion, focusing initially on the origins and definitions of the concept and then on approaches to its measurement, both in general and in relation to mental health. It used two main strategies. First, the authors utilised expertise within the study team to identify major texts and reviews on social exclusion and related topics. Second, we searched major bibliographic databases for literature on social exclusion and mental health. They adopted a non-quantitative approach to synthesising the findings. There is no single accepted definition of social exclusion. However, most emphasise lack of participation in social activities as the core characteristic. There are a number of approaches to measuring social exclusion, including use of indicator lists and dimensions. In the mental health literature, social exclusion is poorly defined and measured. If social exclusion is a useful concept for understanding the social experiences of those with mental health problems, there is an urgent need for more conceptual and methodological work.
Mental health and social inclusion: mental health in the mainstream: working paper two
- Author:
- RANKIN Jennifer
- Publisher:
- Institute for Public Policy Research
- Publication year:
- 2005
- Pagination:
- 22p.
- Place of publication:
- London
Mental health problems deny people many ordinary opportunities. It has been estimated that someone with a serious mental health problem is four times more likely than an ‘average’ person to have no close friends. In a survey, 84 per cent of people with mental health problems reported feeling isolated, compared with 29 per cent of the general population (Mind 2004). These barriers to basic social networks signal the wider social exclusion of people with mental health problems. There is increasing understanding about the links between poor mental health and social exclusion. This paper explores these links and aims to add to the momentum for change, for good mental health to become ‘everybody’s business’, as well as a core objective for social policy.
Arts, mental health and social inclusion
- Author:
- WHITE Mike
- Journal article citation:
- A Life in the Day, 8(1), February 2004, pp.15-19.
- Publisher:
- Emerald
Considers how an evidence base may be found for the effectiveness of using arts in mental health care services. Looks at what arts in health work brings to the promotion of social inclusion and summarises current issues in the field. Calls for arts in health workers to share their practice and undertake research as a preliminary to evaluation. Outlines the contextual factors that appear to have a bearing on the successful development of arts in mental health services.
The government's new employment agenda: implications for mental health service managers
- Author:
- GROVE Bob
- Journal article citation:
- Managing Community Care, 6(5), October 1998, pp.193-199.
- Publisher:
- Pavilion
This article proposes a new engagement between mental health services and the social inclusion and employment agendas that are a core part of the government's programme. Initiatives such as Welfare to Work, New Deal and Health Action Zones are explained, and suggestions are made about some of the opportunities they present for improving mental health services and the lives of service users.
Mental health, poverty and development
- Authors:
- FUNK Michelle, DREW Natalie, KNAPP Martin
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Public Mental Health, 11(4), 2012, pp.166-185.
- Publisher:
- Emerald
It is estimated that 80% of people suffering from mental health disorders live in low or middle income countries (LMICs). The poor are, in general, disproportionately affected by mental health problems. This paper, which builds on the findings of WHO's Report on Mental Health and Development, aims to highlight the health, social, economic, and human rights effects of unaddressed mental disorders in LMICs. The authors also propose effective strategies to address mental disorders and their impacts as part of an overall development strategy. The paper begins with a review of the research on mental disorders and poverty. There is evidence of strong links between poverty and mental disorder, supporting the argument that mental disorders should be an important concern for development strategies. Mental disorders have diverse and far-reaching social impacts, including homelessness, higher rates of imprisonment, poor educational opportunities and outcomes, lack of employment and reduced income. The authors suggest that targeted poverty alleviation programmes are needed to break the cycle between mental illness and poverty. These must include measures specifically addressing the needs of people with mental health conditions, such as the provision of accessible and effective services and support, facilitation of education, employment opportunities and housing, and enforcement of human rights protection.
Using focus groups and photography to evaluate experiences of social inclusion within rehabilitation adult mental health services
- Authors:
- FELTON Anne, et al
- Journal article citation:
- Mental Health Review Journal, 14(3), September 2009, pp.13-30.
- Publisher:
- Emerald
Tackling the social exclusion of people with mental health problems is a primary concern for contemporary mental health services. This paper describes a project based in adult rehabilitation mental health services within an NHS trust. The service consists of 7 community-based residential units and offers services to adults who experience ongoing mental health problems and require support to return to living independently. The project aimed to explore if people using these services were included in their local community. This paper focuses on the findings of focus groups with staff, examining their perception of service users’ social inclusion, and a participatory photo project enabling the service users to capture involvement with their local community. The findings indicated that services reported some success at developing partnerships within the community, but discrimination still remained a significant obstacle. The article concludes that some people, having experienced acceptance and inclusion within mental health services, had actively chosen to define this as their community.
Social inclusion or continuing social exclusion?
- Author:
- BURNETT Vicki
- Journal article citation:
- International Journal of Leadership in Public Services, 5(2 Supplement), July 2009, pp.26-28.
- Publisher:
- Emerald
The author explores the concept of rehabilitation versus recovery and suggests that current approaches in mental health service delivery continue to promote social exclusion. The author purports that until people recognise and understand why this is the case and replace our current philosophy with the principles of recovery which have hope and high expectations of success and peer leadership as the foundation we will not see real change. Strong consumer leadership remains the key to embedding change and improving outcomes for the people that services exist for.
Access to health care for people with mental disorders in Europe
- Authors:
- WAHLBECK Kristian, HUBER Manfred
- Publisher:
- European Centre for Social Welfare Policy and Research
- Publication year:
- 2009
- Pagination:
- 8p.
- Place of publication:
- Vienna
People with mental disorders are at high risk of poverty, stigmatisation and social exclusion. There is evidence that they do not receive the general health care that best responds to their needs. This policy brief outlines hurdles of access to health care for people with mental disorders in Europe and discusses policy implications.
Getting back on track
- Author:
- RINGLAND Pam
- Journal article citation:
- Adults Learning, 19(3), November 2007, pp.12-13.
- Publisher:
- National Institute for Adult Continuing Education
Back on Track is a pilot course for young people with mental health problems who would like to return to learning or work. The course is being run in Portsmouth by local further education colleges, in collaboration with Headspace, the Portsmouth City Mental Health Service Early Intervention in psychosis team. The author looks at the development and approach of the project.
Spanning continents
- Author:
- THORP Samantha
- Journal article citation:
- Community Care, 22.02.07, 2007, pp.36-37.
- Publisher:
- Reed Business Information
A project in Liverpool is helping people from ethnic minorities who are experiencing social exclusion and are not gaining access to mainstream services. The author reports on the project 'Building Bridges'.