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Madden E, Prior K, Guckel T, Garlick Bock S, Bryant Z, O'Dean S, Nepal S, Ward C, Thornton L. "What Do I Say? How Do I Say it?" Twitter as a Knowledge Dissemination Tool for Mental Health Research. JOURNAL OF HEALTH COMMUNICATION 2024; 29:20-33. [PMID: 37955053 DOI: 10.1080/10810730.2023.2278617] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/14/2023]
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This study aims to generate evidence-based guidelines for researchers regarding how to effectively disseminate mental health research via Twitter. Three hundred mental health research Tweets posted from September 2018 to September 2019 were sampled from two large Australian organizations. Twenty-seven predictor variables were coded for each Tweet across five thematic categories: messaging; research area; mental health area; external networks; and media features. Regression analyses were conducted to determine associations with engagement outcomes of Favourites, Retweets, and Comments. Less than half (n = 10) of predictor variables passed validity tests. Notably, conclusions could not reliably be drawn on whether a Tweet featured evidence-based information. Tweets were significantly more likely to be Retweeted if they contained a hyperlink or multimedia. Tweets were significantly more likely to receive comments if they focused on a specific population group. These associations remain significant when controlling for organization. These findings indicate that researchers may be able to maximize engagement on Twitter by highlighting the population groups that the research applies to and enriching Tweets with multimedia content. In addition, care should be taken to ensure users can infer which messages are evidence-based. Guidelines and an accompanying resource are proposed.
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- Erin Madden
- The Matilda Centre for Research in Mental Health and Substance Use, Faculty of Medicine and Health, The University of Sydney, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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- The Matilda Centre for Research in Mental Health and Substance Use, Faculty of Medicine and Health, The University of Sydney, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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- The Matilda Centre for Research in Mental Health and Substance Use, Faculty of Medicine and Health, The University of Sydney, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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- The Matilda Centre for Research in Mental Health and Substance Use, Faculty of Medicine and Health, The University of Sydney, Sydney, NSW, Australia
- ReachOut Australia, Pyrmont, NSW, Australia
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- The Matilda Centre for Research in Mental Health and Substance Use, Faculty of Medicine and Health, The University of Sydney, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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- The Matilda Centre for Research in Mental Health and Substance Use, Faculty of Medicine and Health, The University of Sydney, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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- The Matilda Centre for Research in Mental Health and Substance Use, Faculty of Medicine and Health, The University of Sydney, Sydney, NSW, Australia
- Sax Institute, Haymarket, NSW, Australia
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- Faculty of Medicine and Health, The University of Sydney, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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- The Matilda Centre for Research in Mental Health and Substance Use, Faculty of Medicine and Health, The University of Sydney, Sydney, NSW, Australia
- School of Public Health and Community Medicine, The University of New South Wales, Sydney, NSW, Australia
- School of Medicine and Public Health, The University of Newcastle, Newcastle, NSW, Australia
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Contreras NA, Castle DJ, Crosse C, Morgain D, Fossey E, Harvey C, Rossell SL. How Effective is Cognitive Remediation in Enhancing Vocational Outcomes for Job Seekers with Severe Mental Illness in Australia? AUSTRALIAN PSYCHOLOGIST 2020. [DOI: 10.1111/ap.12256] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/19/2022]
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- Natalia A. Contreras
- Cognitive Neuropsychiatry Team/Voices Clinic, Monash Alfred Psychiatry Research Centre, Alfred Hospital and Monash Central Clinical School,
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- Department of Psychiatry, The University of Melbourne,
- Department of Psychiatry, St. Vincent's Hospital,
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- Department of Psychiatry, The University of Melbourne,
- Department of Occupational Therapy, Monash University,
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- Department of Psychiatry, The University of Melbourne,
- North West Area Mental Health Service,
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- Cognitive Neuropsychiatry Team/Voices Clinic, Monash Alfred Psychiatry Research Centre, Alfred Hospital and Monash Central Clinical School,
- Department of Psychiatry, St. Vincent's Hospital,
- Brain and Psychological Sciences Research Centre, Swinburne University of Technology,
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Hill H, Killaspy H, Ramachandran P, Ng RMK, Bulman N, Harvey C. A structured review of psychiatric rehabilitation for individuals living with severe mental illness within three regions of the Asia-Pacific: Implications for practice and policy. Asia Pac Psychiatry 2019; 11:e12349. [PMID: 30734499 DOI: 10.1111/appy.12349] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/24/2018] [Accepted: 12/27/2018] [Indexed: 12/18/2022]
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INTRODUCTION Psychiatric rehabilitation can provide and support recovery-oriented care by assisting individuals living with severe mental illness to lead full lives. Despite a well-established evidence-base, implementation and access to these interventions in clinical practice for people with severe mental illness in the Asia-Pacific region is low. We therefore aimed to evaluate prominent themes impacting on clinical practice, policy, and the implementation of psychiatric rehabilitation across the Asia-Pacific region. METHODS A comprehensive review of relevant literature on psychiatric rehabilitation of three regions within the Asia-Pacific was conducted using a structured search of PubMed and other databases. Eligible articles were selected which focussed on how psychiatric rehabilitation is defined and implemented across the Asia-Pacific region, as well as the associated successes and challenges. Common themes were generated. RESULTS Six themes emerged: the impact of policy, legislation, and human rights; access difficulties; the important role of family; the significance of culture, religion, and spiritual beliefs; the widespread impact of stigma; and the indigenous models of excellence being developed. DISCUSSION Consideration of the six themes and their implications should help raise awareness of the issues involved in the provision of psychiatric rehabilitation in the Asia-Pacific region and may improve outcomes for people living with severe mental illness. Suggested strategies include: developing a shared understanding of psychiatric rehabilitation; establishing quality legislation that's well implemented; adapting evidence-based models to develop culturally appropriate services; implementing stigma reduction and empowerment-based interventions; and, ensuring coordinated action among all stakeholders, combined with effective leadership.
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- Harry Hill
- Mental Health, Drugs & Alcohol Service, Barwon Health, Geelong, Australia.,Department of Psychiatry, The University of Melbourne, Parkville, Australia.,School of Medicine, Deakin University, Geelong, Australia
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- Division of Psychiatry, University College London, London, UK
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- Mental Health, Drugs & Alcohol Service, Barwon Health, Geelong, Australia
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- Department of Psychiatry, The University of Melbourne, Parkville, Australia.,North West Area Mental Health Service, NorthWestern Mental Health, Melbourne, Australia
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Wu J, Dal Grande E, Winefield H, Broderick D, Pilkington R, Gill TK, Taylor AW. Parent-reported Mental Health Problems and Mental Health Services Use in South Australian School-aged Children. AIMS Public Health 2016; 3:750-768. [PMID: 29546193 PMCID: PMC5690403 DOI: 10.3934/publichealth.2016.4.750] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/19/2016] [Accepted: 09/19/2016] [Indexed: 12/16/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Monitoring and reporting childhood mental health problems and mental health services utilization over time provide important information to identify mental health related issues and to guide early intervention. This paper aims to describe the recent prevalence of parent-reported mental health problems among South Australian (SA) children; to identify mental health problems associated characteristics; and to describe mental health services utilization and its related characteristics among this population. METHODS Parent-reported mental health problems were assessed against the first item of the Strength and Difficulties Questionnaire. School-aged children were randomly sampled monthly and data were collected using a surveillance system between 2005 and 2015. Associations between mental health problems and various factors were analysed using univariable analysis and multivariable logistic regression modelling. RESULTS Prevalence of parent-reported mental health problems among children was 9.1% and 9.3% for children aged 5 to 11 years and children aged 12 to 15 years, respectively. No change in prevalence was observed during the past decade. Mental health problems were associated with male sex, long-term illness or pain, negative school experiences, not living with biological parents, and living in a rental dwelling. Less than half (48.7%) of the children with mental health problems received professional help. An increasing trend was found in mental health services utilisation among children aged 5 to 15 years. Utilization of mental health services was associated with male sex, older age, long-term illness or pain, and feeling unhappy at school. CONCLUSION This study reports the prevalence of parent-reported mental and mental health services utilisation among SA school-aged children. Identified characteristics associated with mental health problems and mental health services utilisation provide useful information for the planning of catered population initiatives.
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- Jing Wu
- Population Research and Outcome Studies (PROS), School of Medicine, University of Adelaide, PO Box 498, Adelaide, South Australia 5001
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- Population Research and Outcome Studies (PROS), School of Medicine, University of Adelaide, PO Box 498, Adelaide, South Australia 5001
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- School of Psychology, University of Adelaide, South Australia 5005
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- Population Research and Outcome Studies (PROS), School of Medicine, University of Adelaide, PO Box 498, Adelaide, South Australia 5001
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- Population Research and Outcome Studies (PROS), School of Medicine, University of Adelaide, PO Box 498, Adelaide, South Australia 5001
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Reifels L, Bassilios B, Nicholas A, Fletcher J, King K, Ewen S, Pirkis J. Improving access to primary mental healthcare for Indigenous Australians. Aust N Z J Psychiatry 2015; 49:118-28. [PMID: 25492971 DOI: 10.1177/0004867414562046] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To examine the uptake, population reach and outcomes of primary mental healthcare services provided to Indigenous Australians via the Access to Allied Psychological Services (ATAPS) program between 2003 and 2013, with particular reference to enhanced Indigenous ATAPS services introduced from 2010. METHOD Utilising ATAPS program data from a national minimum data set and comparative population data, we conducted descriptive analyses, regression analyses and t-tests to examine the uptake of ATAPS services, provider agency level predictors of service reach, and preliminary outcome data on consumer level outcomes. RESULTS Between 2003 and 2013, 15,450 Indigenous client referrals were made that resulted in 55,134 ATAPS sessions. National Indigenous service volume more than doubled between 2010 and 2012, following the introduction of enhanced Indigenous ATAPS services. Non-Indigenous ATAPS service volume of primary care agencies was uniquely predictive of Indigenous service reach. Preliminary analysis of limited consumer outcome data indicated positive treatment gains and the need to enhance future outcome data collection. CONCLUSIONS Concerted national efforts to enhance mainstream primary mental healthcare programs can result in significant gains in access to mental healthcare for Indigenous populations.
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- Lennart Reifels
- Centre for Mental Health, Melbourne School of Population and Global Health, The University of Melbourne, Melbourne, Australia
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- Centre for Mental Health, Melbourne School of Population and Global Health, The University of Melbourne, Melbourne, Australia
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- Centre for Mental Health, Melbourne School of Population and Global Health, The University of Melbourne, Melbourne, Australia
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- Centre for Mental Health, Melbourne School of Population and Global Health, The University of Melbourne, Melbourne, Australia
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- Centre for Mental Health, Melbourne School of Population and Global Health, The University of Melbourne, Melbourne, Australia
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- Poche Centre for Indigenous Health, The University of Melbourne, Melbourne, Australia
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- Centre for Mental Health, Melbourne School of Population and Global Health, The University of Melbourne, Melbourne, Australia
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- Paul Fitzgerald
- Monash Alfred Psychiatry Research Centre (MAPrc), Monash University Central Clinical School, Melbourne, Australia The Alfred, Melbourne, Australia
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- Monash Alfred Psychiatry Research Centre (MAPrc), Monash University Central Clinical School, Melbourne, Australia The Alfred, Melbourne, Australia
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Carr VJ. Mental health advocacy and rhetoric in our time. Aust N Z J Psychiatry 2014; 48:873-4. [PMID: 25147293 DOI: 10.1177/0004867414547987] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2022]
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- Vaughan J Carr
- School of Psychiatry, University of New South Wales, Sydney, Australia Schizophrenia Research Institute, Sydney, Australia
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Castle DJ. What should psychiatrists be doing to improve the mental health of the community? Aust N Z J Psychiatry 2014; 48:872-3. [PMID: 25147292 DOI: 10.1177/0004867414546877] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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- David J Castle
- Departments of Psychiatry and Behavioural Science, The University of Melbourne, Melbourne, Australia Psychiatry, St Vincent's Hospital, Melbourne, Australia
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Allison S, Nance M, Bastiampillai T, Hooper J, Roeger L, Goldney R. Health advocacy and the funding of mental health services reform. Aust N Z J Psychiatry 2014; 48:802-4. [PMID: 25147290 DOI: 10.1177/0004867414546388] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2022]
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- Stephen Allison
- Discipline of Psychiatry, Flinders University of South Australia, Adelaide, Australia
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- Discipline of Psychiatry, Flinders University of South Australia, Adelaide, Australia
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- Discipline of Psychiatry, Flinders University of South Australia, Adelaide, Australia
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- Australian Medical Association, North Adelaide, Australia
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- Discipline of Psychiatry, Flinders University of South Australia, Adelaide, Australia
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- Discipline of Psychiatry, University of Adelaide, Adelaide, Australia
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