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Understanding quality of life: a comparison between staff and patients
- Authors:
- MISSENDEN Kirstie, et al
- Journal article citation:
- Social Work and Social Sciences Review, 6(2), 1995, pp.117-129.
- Publisher:
- Whiting and Birch
Reports on a study comparing the quality of life (QOL) of a mental health staff group and a group of patients with diagnoses of psychotic illness. The measures used were the Lancashire Quality of Life Profile (LQOLP), the Life Experiences Checklist (LEC) and the Beck Depression Inventory (BDI). Between group comparisons indicated substantial differences in objective QOL but few differences in satisfaction with various life domains. There were also no significant differences in measures of global well-being. Some possible implications of these results for the use of global well-being as an outcome measure are discussed. The potential importance of cognitive processes in the rating QOL is also highlighted.
Hold the line for carer support
- Author:
- O'DONOVAN Simon
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Dementia Care, 3(4), July 1995, pp.20-22.
- Publisher:
- Hawker
Carers themselves identified the need for a telephone helpline service, and so the South East Wales Dementia Careline was born. Describes the first two years of this highly valued service, and plans for the future.
Inside residential care: the realities of hospital versus community settings
- Authors:
- SHEPHERD Geoff, et al
- Publisher:
- Sainsbury Centre for Mental Health
- Publication year:
- 1995
- Pagination:
- 72p.,tables,bibliog.
- Place of publication:
- London
Report on a study of 25 residential settings for people with mental health problems. Describes the physical and social attributes of the settings studies, the characteristics of the residents and key features of the organisation and delivery of care. Looks in particular at the amount and quality of interaction between staff and residents and explores levels of reported satisfaction among both residents and staff.
Prevention and detection of abuse
- Author:
- SEATON Marie
- Journal article citation:
- Elders the Journal of Care and Practice, 4(4), December 1995, pp.5-27.
Over recent years, abuse of vulnerable people such as elderly with dementia, those with a learning disability or mental health problem has received increased publicity. This article outlines guidelines prepared by the charity United Response to guide and assist all staff, who may need to know how to act when abuse is alleged and also to assist staff in identifying signs that abuse may be occurring or that a situation exists which might lead to abuse. Covers the need for staff training, definitions of abuse and necessary procedures.
It's too late to think small
- Author:
- MUIJEN Matt
- Journal article citation:
- Health Service Journal, 30.11.95, 1995, p.23.
- Publisher:
- Emap Healthcare
Looks at the way in which the introduction of community care has raised mental health up the political agenda. Argues for a largescale political solution which would: provide a vision of mental health services; establish boundaries and priorities; and tackle the issue of staff skills. PHOTOCOPY OF ARTICLE KEPT IN LIBRARY OFFICE
Caught in the front line
- Author:
- THOMAS Ben
- Journal article citation:
- Nursing Times, 8.11.95, 1995, pp.38-39.
- Publisher:
- Nursing Times
The illicit use of drugs in psychiatric wards is growing. Examines the options available for nurses to cope with the potential violence and dangers of this trend.
What's on today?
- Author:
- JOHNSON Alison
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Dementia Care, 3(4), July 1995, pp.16-17.
- Publisher:
- Hawker
Can older people with dementia remain in residential care alongside people who are not confused? Methodist Homes' care group initiative has been remarkably successful; it may provide part of the answer.
Values into action: tools for development and training
- Author:
- PAYNE Chris
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Practice and Staff Development, 4(2), January 1995, pp.57-80.
- Publisher:
- PEPAR Publications
Summarises a number of packages that have a common aim of establishing a sound value base for services, particularly for older people and adults with learning difficulties and mental health problems.
Managing vulnerability: the challenge for managers of independent housing
- Authors:
- HILL Elaine, et al
- Publisher:
- London Federation of Housing Associations
- Publication year:
- 1995
- Pagination:
- 22p.,bibliog.
- Place of publication:
- London
Discussion document looking at the role housing associations can play in becoming more aware of and dealing with the problems of vulnerable tenants in London living in general needs housing.
Expressed emotion, attributions and coping in staff who have been victims of violent incidents
- Authors:
- COTTLE Mandy, et al
- Journal article citation:
- Mental Handicap Research, 8(3), 1995, pp.168-183.
- Publisher:
- BIMH Publications
In some occupations, there is an increased risk of becoming a victim of a violent incident. Nursing and care work, in settings for people with learning disabilities and challenging behaviour, or who have mental health needs, are occupations which can involve such a risk. This study examined how staff felt, after a violent incident, towards the perpetrator of the incident, and the reasons that the care staff gave as to their belief about the cause of the incident. Coping was investigated by looking at measures of anxiety.