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Gott CA, Thomas M, Allan J, Kennedy J, Black Y, Dark F, Lappin JM. Cognitive remediation therapy - implementation and translation into clinical practice in rural and metropolitan New South Wales mental health services. Australas Psychiatry 2023; 31:584-586. [PMID: 37365838 DOI: 10.1177/10398562231186125] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/28/2023]
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OBJECTIVE Cognitive Remediation Therapy (CRT) is an effective intervention in managing the significant cognitive deficits experienced by those living with psychosis. Given its strong evidence base CRT is recommended in Australian and international guidelines for rehabilitation of people with psychosis, however, access to CRT remains limited. In this commentary, we describe recent efforts to implement CRT programs within NSW mental health services. Development of CRT delivery has been successfully achieved in both rural and metropolitan settings, utilising both face-to-face and telehealth methods. CONCLUSIONS The delivery of CRT in public mental health services is feasible and adaptable to diverse settings. We strongly advocate for sustainable implementation of CRT into routine clinical practice. This will require policy and practice change to enable resources for CRT training and delivery to become embedded in the roles of the clinical workforce.
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- Chloe A Gott
- The Tertiary Referral Service for Psychosis, South Eastern Sydney Local Health District, Sydney, NSW, Australia; and
- Discipline of Psychiatry and Mental Health, UNSW Sydney, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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- Discipline of Psychiatry and Mental Health, UNSW Sydney, Sydney, NSW, Australia
- School of Psychology, Charles Sturt University, Bathurst, NSW, Australia; and
- Marathon Health, Bathurst, NSW, Australia
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- Rural Health Research Institute, Charles Sturt University, Orange, NSW, Australia
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- Dubbo and Region, Mental Health, Drug & Alcohol Services, Western New South Wales Local Health District, NSW, Australia
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- Bloomfield Hospital, Western New South Wales Local Health District, Orange, NSW, Australia
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- Metro South Addiction and Mental Health Services, Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
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- The Tertiary Referral Service for Psychosis, South Eastern Sydney Local Health District, Sydney, NSW, Australia; and
- Discipline of Psychiatry and Mental Health, UNSW Sydney, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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Mc Namara KP, Alzubaidi H, Murray M, Samorinha C, Dunbar JA, Versace VL, Castle D. Should antidiabetic medicines be considered to reduce cardiometabolic risk in patients with serious mental illness? Med J Aust 2022; 217 Suppl 7:S29-S33. [PMID: 36183318 PMCID: PMC9828708 DOI: 10.5694/mja2.51701] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/10/2022] [Revised: 06/22/2022] [Accepted: 07/06/2022] [Indexed: 11/05/2022]
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Substantially reduced life expectancy for people with serious mental illness compared with the general population is primarily driven by physical health issues, of which cardiovascular disease is the leading cause. In this narrative review, we examine the evidence base for use of metformin and other antidiabetic agents as a means for reducing this excess cardiometabolic disease burden. Evidence from randomised controlled trials (RCTs) suggests substantial potential for metformin to prevent or manage weight gain and glycaemic impairment induced by atypical antipsychotic medications, whereas the impact of metformin on other cardiometabolic risk factors is less consistent. Evidence from RCTs also suggests potential benefits from glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1RAs), particularly for addressing cardiometabolic risk factors in people using atypical antipsychotic medications, but this is based on a small number of trials and remains an emerging area of research. Trials of both metformin and GLP-1RAs suggest that these medications are associated with a high prevalence of mild-moderate gastrointestinal side effects. The heterogeneous nature of participant eligibility criteria and of antipsychotic and antidiabetic drug regimens, alongside short trial durations, small numbers of participants and paucity of clinical endpoints as trial outcomes, warrants investment in definitive trials to determine clinical benefits for both metformin and GLP-1RAs. Such trials would also help to confirm the safety profile of antidiabetic agents with respect to less common but serious adverse effects. The weight of RCT evidence suggests that an indication for metformin to address antipsychotic-induced weight gain is worth considering in Australia. This would bring us into line with other countries.
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- Deakin UniversityWarrnamboolVIC,College of PharmacyUniversity of SharjahSharjahUnited Arab Emirates,Sharjah Institute for Medical ResearchUniversity of SharjahSharjahUnited Arab Emirates
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- Sharjah Institute for Medical ResearchUniversity of SharjahSharjahUnited Arab Emirates
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- Centre for Complex Interventions, Centre for Addiction and Mental HealthTorontoCanada
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Nielssen O, Lyons G, Oldfield K, Johnson A, Dean K, Large M. Rates of homicide and homicide associated with severe mental illness in NSW between 1993 and 2016. Aust N Z J Psychiatry 2022; 56:836-843. [PMID: 34405728 DOI: 10.1177/00048674211040016] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To describe the characteristics of offenders found not guilty on the grounds of mental illness (NGMI) in New South Wales and rates of NGMI and other homicide verdicts. METHOD Demographic, legal and clinical data after referral to the NSW Mental Health Review Tribunal following an NGMI verdict for homicide matched with results from the National Homicide Monitoring Program. RESULTS Between 1993 and 2016, a total of 2159 homicide offenders were dealt with by the NSW courts, including 169 (7.8%) who were found NGMI. Over this period, the rate of non-NGMI homicide convictions fell from 1.83 per 100,000 per annum to 0.65 per 100,000 per annum (Kendall's tau = -0.79, p ⩽ 0.001) while the rate of NGMI homicide fluctuated, with an average annual rate of about 0.1 per 100,000 per annum (Kendall's tau = 0.17, p = 0.23). There was no association between the annual rates of NGMI and non-NGMI homicides (Pearson r = -0.3, p = 0.16) but falling rate of non-NGMI homicide meant that the proportion of NGMI offences doubled from 5.5% in the first 12 years to 11% in the second 12 years. Nearly all (88.7%) of those found NGMI had a schizophrenia-related psychosis. However, there were high rates of psychiatric comorbidity including substance use disorder (60.7%) and a history of a prior head injury (41.1%). Most (83.4%) of the NGMI offenders had previous contact with mental health services, but only half of these had received treatment with antipsychotic medication. CONCLUSION The fall in conviction for homicide offences in the last 24 years has not been matched by a reduction in NGMI homicide verdicts. More assertive treatment of emerging psychosis and comorbid substance use disorders, and improved continuity of care of chronic psychosis might prevent some homicides.
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- Olav Nielssen
- Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Macquarie University, North Ryde, NSW, Australia
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- School of Psychiatry, UNSW, Kensington, NSW, Australia
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- Sydney South West and North Coast Psychiatry Training Network, Liverpool, NSW, Australia
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- NSW Mental Health Review Tribunal, Boronia Park, NSW, Australia
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- School of Psychiatry, UNSW, Kensington, NSW, Australia
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Fernandes S, Fond G, Zendjidjian X, Michel P, Lançon C, Berna F, Schurhoff F, Aouizerate B, Henry C, Etain B, Samalin L, Leboyer M, Misdrahi D, Llorca PM, Coldefy M, Auquier P, Baumstarck K, Boyer L. A conceptual framework to develop a patient-reported experience measure of the quality of mental health care: a qualitative study of the PREMIUM project in France. JOURNAL OF MARKET ACCESS & HEALTH POLICY 2021; 9:1885789. [PMID: 33680364 PMCID: PMC7906613 DOI: 10.1080/20016689.2021.1885789] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/17/2023]
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Background: The objective of this study was to develop a conceptual framework to define a domain map describing the experience of patients with severe mental illnesses (SMIs) on the quality of mental health care. Methods: This study used an exploratory qualitative approach to examine the subjective experience of adult patients (18-65 years old) with SMIs, including schizophrenia (SZ), bipolar disorder (BD) and major depressive disorder (MDD). Participants were selected using a purposeful sampling method. Semistructured interviews were conducted with 37 psychiatric inpatients and outpatients recruited from the largest public hospital in southeastern France. Transcripts were subjected to an inductive analysis by using two complementary approaches (thematic analysis and computerized text analysis) to identify themes and subthemes. Results: Our analysis generated a conceptual model composed of 7 main themes, ranked from most important to least important as follows: interpersonal relationships, care environment, drug therapy, access and care coordination, respect and dignity, information and psychological care. The interpersonal relationships theme was divided into 3 subthemes: patient-staff relationships, relations with other patients and involvement of family and friends. All themes were spontaneously raised by respondents. Conclusion: This work provides a conceptual framework that will inform the subsequent development of a patient-reported experience measure to monitor and improve the performance of the mental health care system in France. The findings showed that patients with SMIs place an emphasis on the interpersonal component, which is one of the important predictors of therapeutic alliance. Trial registration: NCT02491866.
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- S Fernandes
- Aix-Marseille Univ, School of Medicine - La Timone Medical Campus, EA 3279: CEReSS - Health Service Research and Quality of Life Center, Marseille, France
- CONTACT S Fernandes
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- Aix-Marseille Univ, School of Medicine - La Timone Medical Campus, EA 3279: CEReSS - Health Service Research and Quality of Life Center, Marseille, France
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- Aix-Marseille Univ, School of Medicine - La Timone Medical Campus, EA 3279: CEReSS - Health Service Research and Quality of Life Center, Marseille, France
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- Aix-Marseille Univ, School of Medicine - La Timone Medical Campus, EA 3279: CEReSS - Health Service Research and Quality of Life Center, Marseille, France
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- Aix-Marseille Univ, School of Medicine - La Timone Medical Campus, EA 3279: CEReSS - Health Service Research and Quality of Life Center, Marseille, France
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- FondaMental Foundation, Créteil, France
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- FondaMental Foundation, Créteil, France
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- FondaMental Foundation, Créteil, France
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- FondaMental Foundation, Créteil, France
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- FondaMental Foundation, Créteil, France
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- FondaMental Foundation, Créteil, France
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- Institute for Research and Information in Health Economics (IRDES), Paris, France
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- Aix-Marseille Univ, School of Medicine - La Timone Medical Campus, EA 3279: CEReSS - Health Service Research and Quality of Life Center, Marseille, France
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- Aix-Marseille Univ, School of Medicine - La Timone Medical Campus, EA 3279: CEReSS - Health Service Research and Quality of Life Center, Marseille, France
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- Aix-Marseille Univ, School of Medicine - La Timone Medical Campus, EA 3279: CEReSS - Health Service Research and Quality of Life Center, Marseille, France
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Mei C, Fitzsimons J, Allen N, Alvarez-Jimenez M, Amminger GP, Browne V, Cannon M, Davis M, Dooley B, Hickie IB, Iyer S, Killackey E, Malla A, Manion I, Mathias S, Pennell K, Purcell R, Rickwood D, Singh SP, Wood SJ, Yung A, McGorry PD. Global research priorities for youth mental health. Early Interv Psychiatry 2020; 14:3-13. [PMID: 31960595 DOI: 10.1111/eip.12878] [Citation(s) in RCA: 48] [Impact Index Per Article: 12.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/15/2019] [Revised: 07/16/2019] [Accepted: 09/12/2019] [Indexed: 12/11/2022]
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AIM Over the past two decades, the youth mental health field has expanded and advanced considerably. Yet, mental disorders continue to disproportionately affect adolescents and young adults. Their prevalence and associated morbidity and mortality in young people have not substantially reduced, with high levels of unmet need and poor access to evidence-based treatments even in high-income countries. Despite the potential return on investment, youth mental disorders receive insufficient funding. Motivated by these continual disparities, we propose a strategic agenda for youth mental health research. METHOD Youth mental health experts and funders convened to develop youth mental health research priorities, via thematic roundtable discussions, that address critical evidence-based gaps. RESULTS Twenty-one global youth mental health research priorities were developed, including population health, neuroscience, clinical staging, novel interventions, technology, socio-cultural factors, service delivery, translation and implementation. CONCLUSIONS These priorities will focus attention on, and provide a basis for, a systematic and collaborative strategy to globally improve youth mental health outcomes.
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- Cristina Mei
- Orygen, The National Centre of Excellence in Youth Mental Health, Parkville, Australia.,Centre for Youth Mental Health, University of Melbourne, Parkville, Australia
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- Orygen, The National Centre of Excellence in Youth Mental Health, Parkville, Australia.,Centre for Youth Mental Health, University of Melbourne, Parkville, Australia
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- Department of Psychology, University of Oregon, Eugene, Oregon
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- Orygen, The National Centre of Excellence in Youth Mental Health, Parkville, Australia.,Centre for Youth Mental Health, University of Melbourne, Parkville, Australia
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- Orygen, The National Centre of Excellence in Youth Mental Health, Parkville, Australia.,Centre for Youth Mental Health, University of Melbourne, Parkville, Australia
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- Orygen, The National Centre of Excellence in Youth Mental Health, Parkville, Australia
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- Department of Psychiatry, Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland, Dublin, Ireland
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- Transitions to Adulthood Center for Research, Systems and Psychosocial Advances Research Center, Department of Psychiatry, University of Massachusetts Medical School, Shrewsbury, Massachusetts
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- School of Psychology, University College Dublin, Dublin, Ireland
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- Youth Mental Health Team, Brain and Mind Centre, University of Sydney, Sydney, Australia
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- Department of Psychiatry, McGill University, Montreal, Canada.,Prevention and Early Intervention Program for Psychosis (PEPP), Douglas Mental Health University Institute, Montreal, Canada.,ACCESS Open Minds (Canadian Youth Mental Health Services Research Network), Douglas Mental Health University Institute, Montreal, Canada.,Frayme, International Knowledge Translation Platform, Ottawa, Canada
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- Orygen, The National Centre of Excellence in Youth Mental Health, Parkville, Australia.,Centre for Youth Mental Health, University of Melbourne, Parkville, Australia
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- Department of Psychiatry, McGill University, Montreal, Canada.,Prevention and Early Intervention Program for Psychosis (PEPP), Douglas Mental Health University Institute, Montreal, Canada.,ACCESS Open Minds (Canadian Youth Mental Health Services Research Network), Douglas Mental Health University Institute, Montreal, Canada
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- Frayme, International Knowledge Translation Platform, Ottawa, Canada.,Royal Ottawa Hospital, Institute of Mental Health Research, University of Ottawa, Ottawa, Canada
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- Frayme, International Knowledge Translation Platform, Ottawa, Canada.,Foundry, Department of Psychiatry, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, Canada
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- Orygen, The National Centre of Excellence in Youth Mental Health, Parkville, Australia.,Centre for Youth Mental Health, University of Melbourne, Parkville, Australia
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- Orygen, The National Centre of Excellence in Youth Mental Health, Parkville, Australia.,Centre for Youth Mental Health, University of Melbourne, Parkville, Australia.,Frayme, International Knowledge Translation Platform, Ottawa, Canada
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- Headspace National Youth Mental Health Foundation, Melbourne, Australia.,Faculty of Health, University of Canberra, Canberra, Australia
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- Centre for Mental Health and Wellbeing Research, University of Warwick, Coventry, UK
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- Orygen, The National Centre of Excellence in Youth Mental Health, Parkville, Australia.,Centre for Youth Mental Health, University of Melbourne, Parkville, Australia.,School of Psychology, University of Birmingham, Birmingham, UK
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- Orygen, The National Centre of Excellence in Youth Mental Health, Parkville, Australia.,Centre for Youth Mental Health, University of Melbourne, Parkville, Australia
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- Orygen, The National Centre of Excellence in Youth Mental Health, Parkville, Australia.,Centre for Youth Mental Health, University of Melbourne, Parkville, Australia
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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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Fernandes S, Fond G, Zendjidjian X, Michel P, Baumstarck K, Lancon C, Berna F, Schurhoff F, Aouizerate B, Henry C, Etain B, Samalin L, Leboyer M, Llorca PM, Coldefy M, Auquier P, Boyer L. The Patient-Reported Experience Measure for Improving qUality of care in Mental health (PREMIUM) project in France: study protocol for the development and implementation strategy. Patient Prefer Adherence 2019; 13:165-177. [PMID: 30718945 PMCID: PMC6345324 DOI: 10.2147/ppa.s172100] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/25/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Measuring the quality and performance of health care is a major challenge in improving the efficiency of a health system. Patient experience is one important measure of the quality of health care, and the use of patient-reported experience measures (PREMs) is recommended. The aims of this project are 1) to develop item banks of PREMs that assess the quality of health care for adult patients with psychiatric disorders (schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and depression) and to validate computerized adaptive testing (CAT) to support the routine use of PREMs; and 2) to analyze the implementation and acceptability of the CAT among patients, professionals, and health authorities. METHODS This multicenter and cross-sectional study is based on a mixed method approach, integrating qualitative and quantitative methodologies in two main phases: 1) item bank and CAT development based on a standardized procedure, including conceptual work and definition of the domain mapping, item selection, calibration of the item bank and CAT simulations to elaborate the administration algorithm, and CAT validation; and 2) a qualitative study exploring the implementation and acceptability of the CAT among patients, professionals, and health authorities. DISCUSSION The development of a set of PREMs on quality of care in mental health that overcomes the limitations of previous works (ie, allowing national comparisons regardless of the characteristics of patients and care and based on modern testing using item banks and CAT) could help health care professionals and health system policymakers to identify strategies to improve the quality and efficiency of mental health care. TRIAL REGISTRATION NCT02491866.
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- Sara Fernandes
- Aix-Marseille University, School of Medicine, CEReSS - Health Service Research and Quality of Life Center - EA 3279 Research Unit, Marseille, France, Email
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- Aix-Marseille University, School of Medicine, CEReSS - Health Service Research and Quality of Life Center - EA 3279 Research Unit, Marseille, France, Email
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- Aix-Marseille University, School of Medicine, CEReSS - Health Service Research and Quality of Life Center - EA 3279 Research Unit, Marseille, France, Email
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- Aix-Marseille University, School of Medicine, CEReSS - Health Service Research and Quality of Life Center - EA 3279 Research Unit, Marseille, France, Email
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- Aix-Marseille University, School of Medicine, CEReSS - Health Service Research and Quality of Life Center - EA 3279 Research Unit, Marseille, France, Email
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- Aix-Marseille University, School of Medicine, CEReSS - Health Service Research and Quality of Life Center - EA 3279 Research Unit, Marseille, France, Email
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- Institute for Research and Information in Health Economics (IRDES), Paris, France
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- Aix-Marseille University, School of Medicine, CEReSS - Health Service Research and Quality of Life Center - EA 3279 Research Unit, Marseille, France, Email
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- Aix-Marseille University, School of Medicine, CEReSS - Health Service Research and Quality of Life Center - EA 3279 Research Unit, Marseille, France, Email
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