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Women and mental health: turning rhetoric into reality: sharing practice perspectives and strategies for action on women's mental health: notes from study day 2nd March 2005
- Authors:
- KNOWLES Karen, et al
- Publisher:
- Social Perspectives Network
- Publication year:
- 2005
- Pagination:
- 110p.
- Place of publication:
- London
This report presents the findings from the study day on women’s mental health in March 2005 at the London Voluntary Resource Centre in Holloway, North London. This event was hosted jointly by the Social Perspectives Network (SPN) and the Sainsbury Centre for Mental Health (SCMH) The emphasis in these papers given to listening to women’s stories and believing them is particularly relevant following the recent publication of the Kerr / Haslam Inquiry’. The main aim of the day was to create an environment in which information could be exchanged and practical strategies for delivering gender sensitive services explored.
Every mother must get the help they need
- Author:
- ROYAL COLLEGE OF MIDWIVES
- Publisher:
- Royal College of Midwives
- Publication year:
- 2017
- Pagination:
- 36
- Place of publication:
- London
This report collates and analyses comments submitted by those experiencing and affected by perinatal mental illness. The responses were originally collected through the 2015 Change.org petition to raise awareness about the risks of perinatal mental health on mothers, children and their family. Analysis identified twelve patterns within the data, which fell across three key themes: respondent with direct experience of maternal mental health problems; respondent addressing specific problems relating to maternal mental healthcare; and respondent gives reasons for why maternal mental health provision matters. The experiences captured in the report show that good support and care for women and families affected by perinatal illness are achievable, and that mental health problems in pregnancy and postnatally can be effectively recognised and treated. However, the report also shows that unacknowledged and neglected suffering and despair are common experiences for women in the UK, and that maternal mental health is under resourced in terms of awareness and funding of services across the UK. (Edited publisher abstract)
I was told it restarts your brain: knowledge, power, and women’s experiences of ECT
- Authors:
- EJAREDAR Maede, HAGEN Brad
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Mental Health, 23(1), 2014, pp.31-37.
- Publisher:
- Taylor and Francis
- Place of publication:
- London
Background: A discrepancy exists between clinician-led studies of people’s experience of electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) and consumer-led studies, with the former typically being much more positive about the efficacy and side effects of ECT compared with the latter. Qualitative in-depth explorations of people’s experiences of ECT are relatively rare, particularly those looking specifically at women’s experience of ECT. Aims: The aim of this qualitative study was to explore women’s experiences of ECT, particularly their experience of knowledge and power related to ECT. Results: Qualitative analysis of the interviews with nine women resulted in four main themes emerging from the interviews with the women: (i) “he really didn’t say much,” (ii) “I’m going to be very upset with you,” (iii) “I was just desperate,” and (iv) “it was like we were cattle.” Conclusions: Overall, participants found their experiences with ECT to be quite negative, and characterised by a lack of knowledge during the procedure, and a lack of power throughout the entire process. (Edited publisher abstract)
Women's experience of forensic mental health services: implications for practice
- Authors:
- COOKE Kerry, BAILEY Di
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Mental Health Training Education and Practice, 6(4), 2011, pp.186-194.
- Publisher:
- Emerald
A pilot study was undertaken to explore women's experiences of forensic mental health care and inform a potential larger scale research project. Participants were recruited from women service users of a forensic community mental health team. In-depth interviews were undertaken with 7 women who had experience of using secure services. Using content analysis, three broad themes were identified: women's experiences of different settings and treatments, relationships with staff, and the impact of placements and social contacts. The article discusses the findings, with examples from the interviews. It reports that despite their relatively disadvantaged position, the women were able to articulate what worked and offered clear suggestions for improving services.
Trauma is everyone's business: an exploration of the challenges and opportunities for trauma-informed practice amongst female populations within custodial settings
- Author:
- THOMSON Lisa
- Publisher:
- Barnardo's
- Publication year:
- 2018
- Pagination:
- 16
- Place of publication:
- Ilford
This paper provides an overview of the key themes emerging from focus groups to explore the prevalence and impact of trauma and bereavement experiences among women in custodial institutions. Information gathered from these sessions was used to adapt the trauma, bereavement and loss service to meet the needs of a female population. The paper also draws on experiences of professionals to highlight some of the challenges and opportunities identified during the development phase of a trauma- informed intervention for the female custodial population. (Edited publisher abstract)
Small STEPPS: the provision of, and changes to, an emotional regulation group for women in a community mental health setting in the UK
- Authors:
- BUCKLAND Rosie, DESMIER Michelle
- Journal article citation:
- Groupwork, 27(3), 2017,
- Publisher:
- Whiting and Birch
STEPPS (Systems Training for Emotional Predictability and Problem Solving) is a manualised group programme aimed at supporting adults who experience difficulties with emotional regulation and who may meet the diagnostic criteria for Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) or Emotionally Unstable Personality Disorder (called Emotional Intensity Disorder within the course). It has been adapted for use in primary care and young people’s services, but its provision is relatively new in the UK and less widespread than that of DBT (Dialectical Behaviour Therapy) groups. Alongside a mental health nurse colleague, the authors facilitated a twenty week closed group based on the STEPPS programme, for 7 women, all of whom were on a Community Recovery Team caseload within secondary mental health services. Significant practice changes were made to the model however, arising from the authors own ideological positions in relation to BPD as a diagnosis and to some of the course material, practical constraints and our experiences with the group week by week and their specific needs. This study provides an account of study participants’ experiences with a view to supporting the provision of similar groups within mental health teams, particularly women’s groups. (Edited publisher abstract)
The Women's Mental Health Taskforce: final report
- Author:
- GREAT BRITAIN. Department of Health and Social Care
- Publisher:
- Great Britain. Department of Health and Social Care
- Publication year:
- 2018
- Pagination:
- 73
- Place of publication:
- London
This report sets out how women's experience of mental ill health can differ to men's and the strategic priorities for the future. It is the final report of the Taskforce, which was formed in response to a rise in mental ill health among women. The Taskforce reviewed evidence and held focus groups to hear the views and experiences of women. Core themes identified include: women’s experiences of mental health services; women as mothers and carers; gender based violence and trauma; and multiple needs. The report sets out the statements developed by women as to what matters to them in mental health services. It also presents the gender and trauma informed principles developed by the Taskforce and describes how these could be implemented to improve outcomes for women. It goes on to outline the commitments made by members and other organisations to improve the experiences and treatments of women and makes suggestions for the future, including the strategic priorities and suggestions for how current research and data could be improved for women. It calls for commissioners and providers across the health and care system to take note of the report’s findings and to embed these in their work. (Edited publisher abstract)
Women and HIV invisible no longer: a national study of women's experiences of HIV
- Author:
- SOPHIA FORUM
- Publisher:
- Terrence Higgins Trust
- Publication year:
- 2018
- Pagination:
- 90
- Place of publication:
- London
This report explores the needs and experiences of women living with and affected by HIV. It is based on a project to make women visible in the HIV response in the UK and was co-produced with women living with and affected by HIV which included a literature review, online surveys of women living with HIV and women concerned about HIV, and a mapping of services available. The report’s findings highlight significant unmet need, in both prevention services and support services that meet women’s needs across intersecting issues such as violence, mental health and immigration. The report calls for greater gender equity in research, funding, data, services and support. Specifically, it calls for researchers to develop a better understanding of the link between violence, gender and HIV in the UK and create better opportunities for women living with HIV to participate in local service design. (Edited publisher abstract)
FGM: video resources for healthcare professionals
- Author:
- GREAT BRITAIN. Department of Health
- Publisher:
- Great Britain. Department of Health
- Publication year:
- 2016
- Place of publication:
- London
A collection of three videos to help healthcare professionals understand, safeguard and care for women and girls affected by female genital mutilation (FGM). In the videos women talk about their personal experiences of FGM and what healthcare professionals can do to provide care and support; NHS professionals discuss the mandatory reporting duty and how it applies to all health and social care professionals; and mental health specialists discuss the impact of FGM on the mental health of women and girls and how to support patients who have been affected. (Edited publisher abstract)
Amaan: information about mental health and ways to look after your wellbeing: for asylum seeking and refugee women
- Authors:
- AZZUDIN Amal, McLEAN Joanne, BIGGS Hannah
- Publisher:
- Mental Health Foundation
- Publication year:
- 2016
- Pagination:
- 36
- Place of publication:
- London
A wellbeing resource to help asylum seeking and refugee women to better understand what mental health is and provide a toolkit to help them have a better understanding of the ways they can help themselves and others to have good mental health. It covers information about mental wellbeing and the asylum process; stigma and discrimination; common and more serious mental health problems, including the signs and symptoms, what might cause them and how they can be dealt with; the mental health and wellbeing of children and young people. It also provides details about how to look after your own mental health and wellbeing, when and where to seek help from others and how to support other people. The resource has been developed in collaboration with asylum seeking and refugee women as part of the Amaan project and includes messages and stories from the women who participated in the project, about what helped them to understand and look after their mental health and wellbeing, and about how they have sought help. Some of the approaches women have found helpful are also included, such as the wall of support and the wheel of change. The Amaan project was funded by Comic Relief and Lankelly Chase and was led by the Mental Health Foundation working in partnership with the Scottish Refugee Council and Freedom from Torture. (Edited publisher abstract)