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Sayer F, Leyva R, Luck A, Lidbetter N, Smithson D. Testing the potential therapeutic effects of an online creative arts-based intervention for people with anxiety. Arts Health 2024:1-12. [PMID: 38856442 DOI: 10.1080/17533015.2024.2364595] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/21/2023] [Accepted: 06/02/2024] [Indexed: 06/11/2024]
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BACKGROUND Creative arts-based interventions are a relatively new addition to the toolkit of psychological treatments for mental afflictions. As such, the therapeutic efficacy of these therapies when conducted remotely via digital media has been under-researched. To address this gap, this study tested the effects of an online creative arts-based intervention to alleviate anxiety. METHOD A repeated measures quasi-experimental design was employed on a sample of British adults (N = 41). Data were collected using pre- and post-intervention scores on the General Anxiety Disorder (GAD-7) and Warwick-Edinburgh Mental Wellbeing (WEMWBS) scales. RESULTS Inferential analysis procedures consisting of multiple tests for within-subjects effects all showed significantly lower levels of anxiety and higher levels of mental wellbeing post-intervention. CONCLUSION Whilst additional confirmatory and longitudinal research is needed, the results of this exploratory study tentatively indicate that creative arts-based "interventions" delivered through digital media may be effective in substantively reducing common symptoms of anxiety.
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- Faye Sayer
- Department of History, University of Birmingham, Birmingham, UK
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- Department of Social Policy, Sociology and Criminology, University of Birmingham, Birmingham, UK
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- Department of Social Policy, Sociology and Criminology, University of Birmingham, Birmingham, UK
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- Department of Social Policy, Sociology and Criminology, University of Birmingham, Birmingham, UK
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- Department of Social Policy, Sociology and Criminology, University of Birmingham, Birmingham, UK
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Burke A, Davoren MP, Arensman E, Harrington JM. Psychoeducational interventions for people living with chronic communicable disease: a systematic review. BMJ Open 2024; 14:e077007. [PMID: 38521523 PMCID: PMC10961541 DOI: 10.1136/bmjopen-2023-077007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/23/2023] [Accepted: 03/08/2024] [Indexed: 03/25/2024] Open
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OBJECTIVE Psychoeducation is increasingly recognised for its value in facilitating adaption to a chronic disease diagnosis. This study aimed to synthesise available literature on the psychoeducation interventions available to adults living with chronic communicable disease. METHODS PubMed, CINAHL, Embase, SocINDEX, PsycINFO and PsycArticles were systematically searched up to May 2023. Peer-reviewed studies, published in English, investigating the impact of psychoeducational interventions on adults living with chronic communicable disease were included, across a range of outcome measures. Narrative synthesis was performed. The Effective Public Health Practice Project tool and Critical Appraisal Skills Programme tool were used to assess risk of bias. RESULTS In total, 22 studies were included in the review. The majority (n=16) of study populations focused on people living with HIV, followed by hepatitis C (n=5) and genital herpes (n=1). Interventions were delivered online (n=2), via telephone (n=1) and in-person (n=19). The majority of interventions were delivered in group sessions (n=16) and studies emphasised the value of group cohesion for social support, encouraging participants to share their own knowledge in addition to standard didactic presentations. Four studies facilitated peer-led delivery of the psychoeducation. Studies aiming to improve psychological well-being were beneficial in reducing depressive symptoms and/or emotional distress or showed improvement in the participant group overall. There was some evidence to suggest psychoeducation can improve readiness to attend treatment and medication adherence. CONCLUSION The findings of this review highlight potential benefits of psychoeducation but indicate more robust clinical trials will be required to examine their effectiveness and elucidate the mechanisms by which they best operate. Future interventions incorporating a broader focus on resilience enhancement and coping skills specific to stigmatisation could more comprehensively serve the needs of adults living with chronic communicable disease, particularly with HIV. The role of peer support in group psychoeducation merits further exploration. PROSPERO REGISTRATION NUMBER CRD42021243058.
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- Aoife Burke
- School of Public Health, University College Cork, Cork, Ireland
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- School of Public Health, University College Cork, Cork, Ireland
- Sexual Health Centre, Cork, Ireland
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- School of Public Health, University College Cork, Cork, Ireland
- National Suicide Research Foundation, Cork, Ireland
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Evers S, Husk K, Napierala H, Wendt L, Gerhardus A. Theories used to develop or evaluate social prescribing in studies: a scoping review. BMC Health Serv Res 2024; 24:140. [PMID: 38279096 PMCID: PMC10821232 DOI: 10.1186/s12913-024-10563-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/13/2023] [Accepted: 01/05/2024] [Indexed: 01/28/2024] Open
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OBJECTIVE This scoping review aims to provide an overview of how theories were used in the development or evaluation of social prescribing (SP) intervention studies. BACKGROUND SP describes a patient pathway where general practitioners (GPs) connect patients with community activities through referrals to link workers. This review seeks to understand the explanations provided for the outcomes and implementation process of SP. INCLUSION CRITERIA Studies using a defined theory to develop or evaluate a specific SP intervention in primary care and the community sector. METHODS This scoping review was conducted in accordance with JBI methodology. The following databases were searched on 8th of July 2022: PubMed, ASSIA, Cochrane, Cinahl, PsycINFO, Social Care Online, Sociological Abstracts, Scopus, and Web of Science. The search only considered English language texts. Additional literature was identified by searching relevant web pages and by contacting experts. The selection of sources and the data extraction was done by two reviewers independently. RESULTS The search resulted in 4240 reports, of which 18 were included in the scoping review. Of these, 16 were conducted in the UK, one in Canada and one in Australia. The majority of reports employed a qualitative approach (11/18). Three were study protocols. 11 distinct theories were applied to explain outcomes (4 theories), differences in outcomes (3 theories), and the implementation of the intervention (4 theories). In terms of practical application, the identified theories were predominantly used to explain and understand qualitative findings. Only one theory was used to define variables for hypothesis testing. All theories were used for the evaluation and none for the development of SP. CONCLUSION The theories influenced which outcomes the evaluation assessed, which causal pathway was expected to generate these outcomes, and which methodological approaches were used. All three groups of theories that were identified focus on relevant aspects of SP: fostering positive patient/community outcomes, addressing inequalities by considering the context of someone's individual circumstances, and successfully implementing SP by collaboratively working across professions and institutional boundaries. Additional insight is required regarding the optimal use of theories in practical applications.
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- Sinah Evers
- Department of Health Services Research, Institute of Public Health and Nursing Research, University of Bremen, Grazer Straße 4, Bremen, 28359, Germany.
- Health Sciences Bremen, University of Bremen, Bremen, Germany.
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- NIHR ARC South West Peninsula (PenARC), Faculty of Health, University of Plymouth, Plymouth, UK
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- Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin, corporate member of Freie Universität Berlin and Humboldt-Universität Zu Berlin, Institute of General Practice and Family Medicine, Berlin, Germany
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- Department of Health Services Research, Institute of Public Health and Nursing Research, University of Bremen, Grazer Straße 4, Bremen, 28359, Germany
- Health Sciences Bremen, University of Bremen, Bremen, Germany
- School of Social Sciences, City University of Applied Sciences, Bremen, Germany
- Research Cluster 'Healthy City Bremen', Bremen, Germany
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- Department of Health Services Research, Institute of Public Health and Nursing Research, University of Bremen, Grazer Straße 4, Bremen, 28359, Germany
- Health Sciences Bremen, University of Bremen, Bremen, Germany
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Williams T, Lakhani A, Spelten E. Exploring the relationship between loneliness and volunteering amongst Australian adults: a cross-sectional study. BMC Public Health 2024; 24:269. [PMID: 38263057 PMCID: PMC10804524 DOI: 10.1186/s12889-024-17807-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/05/2023] [Accepted: 01/18/2024] [Indexed: 01/25/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND Alleviating loneliness and fostering social connections and a sense of belonging are essential for individuals' well-being in the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic. Volunteering has emerged as a potential strategy to prevent or alleviate loneliness among adults. To gain insights into factors that can reduce or protect against loneliness, it is important to consider multi-dimensional measures of loneliness and motivations to volunteer. This study aimed to understand which variables predict Australian volunteers' social, family, and romantic loneliness. METHODS From October 2021 to January 2022, a cross-sectional online survey was administered to a sample of Australian adults with volunteering experience. The survey collected demographic information and used validated measures to assess social, family, and romantic loneliness and volunteer motivation. Bivariate and multivariate analyses were conducted to examine the association between loneliness and motivations for volunteering. RESULTS Of the 1723 individuals who accessed the survey link, 160 participants completed the survey. The average age of respondents was 59.87 years (SD 12.3). The majority were female (77.5%), married or partnered (70.6%), and had ten or more years of volunteering experience (62.1%). Overall, participants reported low to moderate levels of loneliness across social (M = 12.1; SD = 5.3), family (M = 11.3; SD = 6.7), and romantic (M = 14.8; SD = 8.3) dimensions. Social motivation for volunteering was negatively associated with social and romantic loneliness, while enhancement and protective motivations were positively associated with family and romantic loneliness. Age and rurality were not significantly associated with any dimension of loneliness. CONCLUSIONS Loneliness is a multifaceted and intricate experience that impacts individuals socially and emotionally. This study's findings confirmed that having protective and enhancement motives to volunteer was associated with increased loneliness. Social motives to volunteer were associated with a tendency to have lower levels of loneliness, possibly due to the positive impact of building and maintaining social relationships through volunteering. Understanding these associations is necessary to ensure that volunteering activities align with each person's unique needs and motivations.
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- Tara Williams
- Department of Rural Nursing and Midwifery, La Trobe Rural Health School, La Trobe University, PO Box 4095, Mildura, VIC, 3500, Australia.
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- School of Psychology and Public Health, La Trobe University, Melbourne, VIC, 3086, Australia
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- La Trobe Rural Health School, La Trobe University, Bendigo, VIC, 3552, Australia
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O'Sullivan DJ, Bearne LM, Harrington JM, McVeigh JG. Can social prescribing put the 'social' into the biopsychosocial management of people with long-term musculoskeletal disorders? Musculoskeletal Care 2023; 21:1341-1352. [PMID: 37639305 DOI: 10.1002/msc.1810] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/03/2023] [Revised: 08/04/2023] [Accepted: 08/09/2023] [Indexed: 08/29/2023]
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BACKGROUND Chronic musculoskeletal disorders (MSD) are a significant burden on individuals' quality of life and society and are made more complex by the presence of multimorbidity. It is recommended that interventions targeting MSD be sustainable, equitable and incorporate the biopsychosocial model of care (BPS). AIMS A criticism of the BPS approach is that the social component of this model is not addressed adequately during the management of people with long-term MSD and that a gap exists between theory and implementation. The use of social prescribing (SP) as an intervention to bridge this gap is discussed. RESULTS AND DISCUSSION Social prescribing is a holistic non-medical person-centered approach to well-being that utilizes link workers (LW) to support individuals with long-term conditions (LTC) in the community. Social prescribing referrals are received from primary healthcare practitioners to LW and range from light touch signposting for employment or financial advice to more intensive support for LTC such as obesity, decreased physical activity and mental health needs. CONCLUSION There is evidence to suggest that SP interventions are effective in the management of LTC; however, due to the paucity of high-quality evidence, it is difficult to be conclusive. Large-scale randomised controlled trials are recommended to support the use of SP interventions in the management of LTC.
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- Declan J O'Sullivan
- Discipline of Physiotherapy, School of Clinical Therapies, College of Medicine and Health, University College Cork, Cork, Ireland
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- Population Health Research Institute, St George's, University of London, London, UK
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- School of Public Health, College of Medicine and Health, University College Cork, Cork, Ireland
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- Discipline of Physiotherapy, School of Clinical Therapies, College of Medicine and Health, University College Cork, Cork, Ireland
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Sonke J, Manhas N, Belden C, Morgan-Daniel J, Akram S, Marjani S, Oduntan O, Hammond G, Martinez G, Davidson Carroll G, Rodriguez AK, Burch S, Colverson AJ, Pesata V, Fancourt D. Social prescribing outcomes: a mapping review of the evidence from 13 countries to identify key common outcomes. Front Med (Lausanne) 2023; 10:1266429. [PMID: 38020134 PMCID: PMC10660286 DOI: 10.3389/fmed.2023.1266429] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/24/2023] [Accepted: 10/03/2023] [Indexed: 12/01/2023] Open
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Introduction As a means for supporting a range of health and wellbeing goals, social prescribing programs have been implemented around the world. Reflecting a range of contexts, needs, innovation, and programing, a broad array of outcomes has been studied in relation to these programs. As interest in social prescribing grows, more targeted study of key outcomes and in turn evidence synthesis that can inform evidence-based practice, policy, and investment is needed. Methods and Results This mapping review identified, described, and synthesized the broad array of social prescribing outcomes that have been studied in 13 countries and maps the outcomes that have been most commonly studied. From 87 articles included in this review, a total of 347 unique outcomes were identified, including 278 unique patient outcomes and 69 unique system outcomes. The most commonly studied categories of patient outcomes were found to be mental health, lifestyle and behavior, and patient/service user experience. The most commonly studied system outcomes were healthcare/service utilization and financial/economic outcomes. Discussion This review highlights the value of heterogeneity and mixed methods approaches in outcomes studies for capturing nuanced experiences and outcomes in this nascent area of practice, while contributing to the advancement of evidence synthesis for social prescribing globally by quantifying and offering insight into the outcomes that have been studied to date. It also lays a foundation for the development of key common outcomes and a Core Outcomes Set for social prescribing. Additionally, it identified key outcomes that, given their relationship to critical health and social issues, warrant both broader and deeper study.
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- Jill Sonke
- Center for Arts in Medicine, College of the Arts, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL, United States
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- Center for Arts in Medicine, College of the Arts, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL, United States
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- Center for Arts in Medicine, College of the Arts, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL, United States
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- Health Science Center Libraries, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL, United States
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- Center for Arts in Medicine, College of the Arts, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL, United States
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- Center for Arts in Medicine, College of the Arts, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL, United States
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- Center for Arts in Medicine, College of the Arts, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL, United States
- College of Medicine, University of Lagos, Lagos, Nigeria
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- Center for Arts in Medicine, College of the Arts, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL, United States
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- Center for Arts in Medicine, College of the Arts, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL, United States
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- Center for Arts in Medicine, College of the Arts, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL, United States
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- Center for Arts in Medicine, College of the Arts, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL, United States
- College of Public Health and Health Professions, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL, United States
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- Center for Arts in Medicine, College of the Arts, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL, United States
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- Center for Arts in Medicine, College of the Arts, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL, United States
- School of Music, College of the Arts, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL, United States
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- Center for Arts in Medicine, College of the Arts, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL, United States
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- Department of Behavioural Science and Health, University College London, London, United Kingdom
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Lasgaard M, Bo AF, Nielsen LA, Swane CE, Qualter P, Christiansen J. Reducing loneliness in the community. More Together ('Flere i Fællesskaber')-a complex intervention in Denmark. Health Promot Int 2023; 38:daad105. [PMID: 37715939 DOI: 10.1093/heapro/daad105] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 09/18/2023] Open
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The mounting evidence that loneliness is a determinant of poor health and well-being underpins the need for effective interventions and community action. 'More Together' (MoTo) is a large-scale, complex, multi-component and multi-level intervention for community change that addresses loneliness among young people and older adults in Silkeborg Municipality, Denmark. The intervention is inspired by the Collective Impact framework, and it is practice driven and rooted in an extensive cross-sector partnership. This article outlines (i) the organization of the cross-sector partnership, (ii) the structure of the intervention programme, (iii) the key components and activities of the programme and, finally, (iv) the intervention setting and target population. MoTo aims to create new ways to develop, implement and evaluate loneliness interventions. Experiences gained from MoTo hold the potential to transform our understanding of loneliness interventions and may inform and guide future interventions.
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- Mathias Lasgaard
- Defactum -Public Health Research, Central Denmark Region, Aarhus, Denmark
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- Defactum -Public Health Research, Central Denmark Region, Aarhus, Denmark
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- Defactum -Public Health Research, Central Denmark Region, Aarhus, Denmark
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- Manchester Institute of Education, University of Manchester, Manchester, UK
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- Defactum -Public Health Research, Central Denmark Region, Aarhus, Denmark
- Department of Psychology, University of Southern Denmark, Odense, Denmark
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van Dick R, Frenzel SB, Erkens VA, Häusser JA, Haslam SA, Mojzisch A, Steffens NK, Junker NM. Reduced loneliness mediates the effects of multiple group identifications on well-being. BRITISH JOURNAL OF SOCIAL PSYCHOLOGY 2023; 62:1693-1714. [PMID: 37166233 DOI: 10.1111/bjso.12651] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/22/2022] [Revised: 04/20/2023] [Accepted: 04/27/2023] [Indexed: 05/12/2023]
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Membership of multiple groups and identification with those groups have been found to be positively related to individuals' health and well-being. The present research sought to replicate this finding in two large, representative samples. Moreover, we sought to extend previous work by shedding light on the mechanisms mediating the effects of multiple group membership on positive health outcomes. Specifically, we proposed that the links between multiple group membership and positive health outcomes are mediated by reduced feelings of loneliness. In Study 1, a two-wave survey of a German population, participants (N = 989) were asked about their identification with family, friends, neighbourhood, their country and humanity and 4 weeks later about feelings of loneliness, physical health and stress. As hypothesized, multiple identifications predicted lower stress. They were also associated with a marginal reduction in physical symptoms of poor health. Both relationships were mediated by the absence of loneliness. In Study 2, we conducted a cross-sectional survey of German participants (N = 1635), which also included a sixth target of identification (Europe). Results replicated findings from Study 1 and also found similar relations associated with smaller (family, friends and neighbourhood) versus larger (country, Europe and Humanity) foci of identification.
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- Rolf van Dick
- Department of Social Psychology, Goethe University, Frankfurt, Germany
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- Department of Social Psychology, Goethe University, Frankfurt, Germany
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- Department of Social Psychology, Justus-Liebig-University, Giessen, Germany
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- Department of Social Psychology, Justus-Liebig-University, Giessen, Germany
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- School of Psychology, University of Queensland, St Lucia, Queensland, Australia
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- Psychology Department, University Hildesheim, Hildesheim, Germany
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- School of Psychology, University of Queensland, St Lucia, Queensland, Australia
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- Department of Psychology, University of Oslo, Oslo, Norway
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Buechner H, Toparlak SM, Ostinelli EG, Shokraneh F, Nicholls-Mindlin J, Cipriani A, Geddes JR, Syed Sheriff R. Community interventions for anxiety and depression in adults and young people: A systematic review. Aust N Z J Psychiatry 2023; 57:1223-1242. [PMID: 36722407 PMCID: PMC10466972 DOI: 10.1177/00048674221150362] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
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BACKGROUND Growing evidence suggests that community-based interventions may be effective for anxiety and depression. This study aimed to describe studies of community interventions delivered to adults and/or young people, either in person or online, evaluated in randomised controlled trials and provide an indication as to their effectiveness, acceptability, quality of data and where possible, mechanisms of action. We included interventions delivered at and/or by museums, art galleries, libraries, gardens, music groups/choirs and sports clubs. METHOD We developed and followed a preregistered protocol: PROSPERO CRD42020204471. Randomised controlled trials in adults and young people were identified in an extensive search with no date/time, language, document type and publication status limitations. Studies were selected according to predetermined eligibility criteria and data independently extracted and then assessed using Risk of Bias 1. The studies were deemed too heterogeneous for meta-analysis and were therefore reported using a narrative synthesis. RESULTS Our analysis included 31 studies, with 2898 participants. Community interventions most studied in randomised controlled trials were community music (12 studies, 1432 participants), community exercise (14 studies, 955 participants) and community gardens/gardening (6 studies, 335 participants). The majority of studies were from high-income countries - many were in specific populations (such as those with physical health problems) and were generally of low quality. Dropout rates across the included studies were low (1 participant on average per 100 participants). The inadequate description of interventions limited identification of potential mechanisms of action. DISCUSSION The uncertainty of the evidence allows only a weak recommendation in support of community interventions for anxiety and depression. The results suggest community engagement is a promising area for wide-reaching interventions to be implemented and evaluated, but more high-quality trials are needed, especially in young people and under-represented communities.
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- Department of Psychiatry, University of Oxford, Oxford, UK
- Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust, Oxford, UK
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- Oxford Precision Psychiatry Lab, NIHR Oxford Health Biomedical Research Centre, Oxford, UK
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- Institute of Health Informatics, University College London, London, UK
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- Department of Psychiatry, University of Oxford, Oxford, UK
- Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust, Oxford, UK
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- Department of Psychiatry, University of Oxford, Oxford, UK
- Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust, Oxford, UK
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- Department of Psychiatry, University of Oxford, Oxford, UK
- Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust, Oxford, UK
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Oster C, Skelton C, Leibbrandt R, Hines S, Bonevski B. Models of social prescribing to address non-medical needs in adults: a scoping review. BMC Health Serv Res 2023; 23:642. [PMID: 37316920 DOI: 10.1186/s12913-023-09650-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/07/2022] [Accepted: 06/05/2023] [Indexed: 06/16/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND The health and wellbeing consequences of social determinants of health and health behaviours are well established. This has led to a growing interest in social prescribing, which involves linking people to services and supports in the community and voluntary sectors to address non-medical needs. However, there is considerable variability in approaches to social prescribing with little guidance on how social prescribing could be developed to reflect local health systems and needs. The purpose of this scoping review was to describe the types of social prescribing models used to address non-medical needs to inform co-design and decision-making for social prescribing program developers. METHODS We searched Ovid MEDLINE(R), CINAHL, Web of Science, Scopus, National Institute for Health Research Clinical Research Network, Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials, WHO International Clinical Trial Registry Platform, and ProQuest - Dissertations and Theses for articles and grey literature describing social prescribing programs. Reference lists of literature reviews were also searched. The searches were conducted on 2 August 2021 and yielded 5383 results following removal of duplicates. RESULTS 148 documents describing 159 social prescribing programs were included in the review. We describe the contexts in which the programs were delivered, the program target groups and services/supports to which participants were referred, the staff involved in the programs, program funding, and the use of digital systems. CONCLUSIONS There is significant variability in social prescribing approaches internationally. Social prescribing programs can be summarised as including six planning stages and six program processes. We provide guidance for decision-makers regarding what to consider when designing social prescribing programs.
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- Candice Oster
- College of Nursing & Health Sciences, Caring Futures Institute, Flinders University, GPO Box 2100, Adelaide, SA, 5001, Australia.
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- College of Medicine & Public Health, Flinders University, Adelaide, SA, Australia
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- College of Science & Engineering, Flinders University, Adelaide, SA, Australia
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- College of Medicine & Public Health, Flinders Rural and Remote Health, Flinders University, Alice Springs, Northern Territory, Australia
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- College of Medicine & Public Health, Flinders University, Adelaide, SA, Australia
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Cruwys T, South EI, Halford WK, Murray JA, Fladerer MP. Measuring "we-ness" in couple relationships: A social identity approach. FAMILY PROCESS 2023; 62:795-817. [PMID: 36038954 PMCID: PMC10946554 DOI: 10.1111/famp.12811] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/22/2022] [Revised: 05/25/2022] [Accepted: 07/20/2022] [Indexed: 06/08/2023]
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Research on couple relationships has increasingly focused on the concept of "we-ness", the subjective closeness of the couple bond, as crucial to predicting relationship outcomes including satisfaction and dissolution. However, diverging perspectives on the definition, terminology, and measurement of this concept persist. We drew upon social identity theorizing to clarify the nature of we-ness and investigate its predictive utility. Participants were 375 members of the general community in long-term intimate relationships. The sample were aged 18-74 (M = 37.22; SD = 12.00) and 69% were women. Participants completed seven measures of we-ness drawn from both the couple literature and the social identity literature. We used exploratory factor analyses to establish the latent structure of we-ness, and regression analyses to examine the utility of each we-ness factor in predicting relationship satisfaction and likelihood of dissolution. A four-factor solution was extracted and the factors were labeled couple identity, partner liking, relationship orientation, and partner similarity. Each of the four factors explained unique variance in relationship quality, with couple identity being most strongly associated with positive outcomes. We conclude that couple research can fruitfully draw upon social identity theorizing in conceptualizing we-ness. This has implications both for more effectively measuring key concepts and for more precisely targeting interventions in couple therapy.
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- Tegan Cruwys
- Research School of PsychologyAustralian National UniversityCanberraAustralian Capital TerritoryAustralia
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- School of PsychologyUniversity of QueenslandSt LuciaQueenslandAustralia
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- School of PsychologyUniversity of QueenslandSt LuciaQueenslandAustralia
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Thomson-Casey C, McIntyre E, Rogers K, Adams J. The relationship between psychology practice and complementary medicine in Australia: Psychologists' demographics and practice characteristics regarding type of engagement across a range of complementary medicine modalities. PLoS One 2023; 18:e0285050. [PMID: 37141280 PMCID: PMC10159172 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0285050] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/17/2023] [Accepted: 04/14/2023] [Indexed: 05/05/2023] Open
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INTRODUCTION Many people with mental health problems utilise a range of complementary medicine (CM) practitioners, products, and practices. Psychologists are likely to consult with clients who are seeking and using CM, in some form, as part of their wider mental health treatment. The aim of this research is to determine how much, and in what ways, Australian psychologists recommend CM products and/or practices, and/or initiate referrals to CM practitioners as part of their clinical practice and to explore if these behaviours have any association with the characteristics of the psychologist or their wider practice. METHODS Survey data was collected from psychologists in clinical practice who self-selected to participate between February and April 2021. Participation in the study was via an online 79-item questionnaire exploring core aspects of CM engagement in psychology clinical practice. RESULTS Amongst the 202 psychologists who completed the survey, mind/body approaches (90.5%) were the most recommended CM and cultural/spiritual approaches the least recommended CM (7.5%). Participants also reported referring to CM practitioners with naturopaths the most common focus of their referrals (57.9%) and cultural and spiritual practitioners the least common focus of their referrals (6.69%). Our analysis shows the demographic and practice characteristics of a psychologist are generally not predictors of a psychologist's engagement with CM in their clinical practice. CONCLUSIONS Substantial numbers of psychologists recommend CM products and practices and/or refer clients to CM practitioners. Alongside subjecting CM interventions for mental health to an evidence-base assessment, the broader discipline of psychology needs to also consider psychologist engagement with CM in clinical practice in order to help ensure cultural-sensitivity, client safety and client choice.
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- Carrie Thomson-Casey
- School of Public Health, Faculty of Health, University of Technology Sydney, Sydney, Australia
- Faculty of Health, Southern Cross University, Gold Coast, Australia
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- Institute for Sustainable Futures, University of Technology Sydney, Sydney, Australia
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- School of Public Health, Faculty of Health, University of Technology Sydney, Sydney, Australia
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- School of Public Health, Faculty of Health, University of Technology Sydney, Sydney, Australia
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Moffatt S, Wildman J, Pollard TM, Gibson K, Wildman JM, O’Brien N, Griffith B, Morris SL, Moloney E, Jeffries J, Pearce M, Mohammed W. Impact of a social prescribing intervention in North East England on adults with type 2 diabetes: the SPRING_NE multimethod study. PUBLIC HEALTH RESEARCH 2023; 11:1-185. [DOI: 10.3310/aqxc8219] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 04/08/2023] Open
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Background
Link worker social prescribing enables health-care professionals to address patients’ non-medical needs by linking patients into various services. Evidence for its effectiveness and how it is experienced by link workers and clients is lacking.
Objectives
To evaluate the impact and costs of a link worker social prescribing intervention on health and health-care costs and utilisation and to observe link worker delivery and patient engagement.
Data sources
Quality Outcomes Framework and Secondary Services Use data.
Design
Multimethods comprising (1) quasi-experimental evaluation of effects of social prescribing on health and health-care use, (2) cost-effectiveness analysis, (3) ethnographic methods to explore intervention delivery and receipt, and (4) a supplementary interview study examining intervention impact during the first UK COVID-19 lockdown (April–July 2020).
Study population and setting
Community-dwelling adults aged 40–74 years with type 2 diabetes and link workers in a socioeconomically deprived locality of North East England, UK.
Intervention
Link worker social prescribing to improve health and well-being-related outcomes among people with long-term conditions.
Participants
(1) Health outcomes study, approximately n = 8400 patients; EuroQol-5 Dimensions, five-level version (EQ-5D-5L), study, n = 694 (baseline) and n = 474 (follow-up); (2) ethnography, n = 20 link workers and n = 19 clients; and COVID-19 interviews, n = 14 staff and n = 44 clients.
Main outcome measures
The main outcome measures were glycated haemoglobin level (HbA1c; primary outcome), body mass index, blood pressure, cholesterol level, smoking status, health-care costs and utilisation, and EQ-5D-5L score.
Results
Intention-to-treat analysis of approximately 8400 patients in 13 intervention and 11 control general practices demonstrated a statistically significant, although not clinically significant, difference in HbA1c level (–1.11 mmol/mol) and a non-statistically significant 1.5-percentage-point reduction in the probability of having high blood pressure, but no statistically significant effects on other outcomes. Health-care cost estimates ranged from £18.22 (individuals with one extra comorbidity) to –£50.35 (individuals with no extra comorbidity). A statistically non-significant shift from unplanned (non-elective and accident and emergency admissions) to planned care (elective and outpatient care) was observed. Subgroup analysis showed more benefit for individuals living in more deprived areas, for the ethnically white and those with fewer comorbidities. The mean cost of the intervention itself was £1345 per participant; the incremental mean health gain was 0.004 quality-adjusted life-years (95% confidence interval –0.022 to 0.029 quality-adjusted life-years); and the incremental cost-effectiveness ratio was £327,250 per quality-adjusted life-year gained. Ethnographic data showed that successfully embedded, holistic social prescribing providing supported linking to navigate social determinants of health was challenging to deliver, but could offer opportunities for improving health and well-being. However, the intervention was heterogeneous and was shaped in unanticipated ways by the delivery context. Pressures to generate referrals and meet targets detracted from face-to-face contact and capacity to address setbacks among those with complex health and social problems.
Limitations
The limitations of the study include (1) a reduced sample size because of non-participation of seven general practices; (2) incompleteness and unreliability of some of the Quality and Outcomes Framework data; (3) unavailability of accurate data on intervention intensity and patient comorbidity; (4) reliance on an exploratory analysis with significant sensitivity analysis; and (5) limited perspectives from voluntary, community and social enterprise.
Conclusions
This social prescribing model resulted in a small improvement in glycaemic control. Outcome effects varied across different groups and the experience of social prescribing differed depending on client circumstances.
Future work
To examine how the NHS Primary Care Network social prescribing is being operationalised; its impact on health outcomes, service use and costs; and its tailoring to different contexts.
Trial registration
This trial is registered as ISRCTN13880272.
Funding
This project was funded by the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) Public Health Research programme, Community Groups and Health Promotion (grant no. 16/122/33) and will be published in full in Public Health Research; Vol. 11, No. 2. See the NIHR Journals Library website for further project information.
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- Suzanne Moffatt
- Population Health Sciences Institute, Newcastle University, Newcastle upon Tyne, UK
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- Population Health Sciences Institute, Newcastle University, Newcastle upon Tyne, UK
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- Population Health Sciences Institute, Newcastle University, Newcastle upon Tyne, UK
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- Population Health Sciences Institute, Newcastle University, Newcastle upon Tyne, UK
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- Department of Psychology, Northumbria University, Newcastle upon Tyne, UK
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- Population Health Sciences Institute, Newcastle University, Newcastle upon Tyne, UK
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- Population Health Sciences Institute, Newcastle University, Newcastle upon Tyne, UK
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- Population Health Sciences Institute, Newcastle University, Newcastle upon Tyne, UK
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- Population Health Sciences Institute, Newcastle University, Newcastle upon Tyne, UK
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- Public Health Economics and Decision Science (DTC), Sheffield University, Sheffield, UK
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Kamp KJ, Morgan H, Yoo L, Munson SA, Heitkemper MM, Levy RL. Symptom management needs of patients with irritable bowel syndrome and concurrent anxiety and/or depression: A qualitative study. J Adv Nurs 2023; 79:775-788. [PMID: 36511394 PMCID: PMC9877173 DOI: 10.1111/jan.15532] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/04/2022] [Revised: 11/09/2022] [Accepted: 12/01/2022] [Indexed: 12/15/2022]
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AIMS To understand the experiences and needs of symptom management among individuals with irritable bowel syndrome and concurrent symptoms of anxiety and/or depression. DESIGN This study used a qualitative descriptive research design. METHODS Individuals with a diagnosis of irritable bowel syndrome and concurrent symptoms of anxiety and/or depression participated were recruited through an online ResearchMatch and a listserv. Semi-structured interviews focused on symptoms and experiences with symptom management interventions conducted from June to August 2020. Interviews were transcribed and data were analysed based on thematic analysis. RESULTS Twelve individuals participated in this study; all reported current irritable bowel syndrome and anxiety/depression symptoms. The data analysis cumulated with three themes related to symptom management: (a) irritable bowel syndrome negatively impacts physical and mental well-being; (b) a trial and error approach to symptom management; and (c) challenges with healthcare professionals supporting symptom management including negative interactions with healthcare professionals and lack of nutritional expertize and support. CONCLUSION There is a need for individualized approaches which consider patients' current symptoms of anxiety and depression, previous experiences with the trial-and-error process and consideration for intervention delivery methods. IMPACT There is a limited qualitative research focusing on the experiences of individuals with irritable bowel syndrome and concurrent symptoms of anxiety and/or depression. This research highlights the need for individualized approaches to enhance symptom management that acknowledges patients' psychological state and past negative experiences with providers and prior dietary regimens.
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- Kendra J. Kamp
- Department of Biobehavioral Nursing and Health Informatics, School of Nursing, University of Washington, Seattle, Washington, USA
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- Department of Biobehavioral Nursing and Health Informatics, School of Nursing, University of Washington, Seattle, Washington, USA
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- Department of Human Centered Design & Engineering, University of Washington, Seattle, Washington, USA
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- Department of Biobehavioral Nursing and Health Informatics, School of Nursing, University of Washington, Seattle, Washington, USA
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- School of Social Work, University of Washington, Seattle, Washington, USA
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Can Translational Social Neuroscience Research Offer Insights to Mitigate Structural Racism in the United States? BIOLOGICAL PSYCHIATRY. COGNITIVE NEUROSCIENCE AND NEUROIMAGING 2022; 7:1258-1267. [PMID: 35609781 DOI: 10.1016/j.bpsc.2022.05.005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/15/2022] [Revised: 04/15/2022] [Accepted: 05/05/2022] [Indexed: 12/16/2022]
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Social isolation and conflict due to structural racism may result in human suffering and loneliness across the life span. Given the rising prevalence of these problems in the United States, combined with disruptions experienced during the COVID-19 pandemic, the neurobiology of affiliative behaviors may offer practical solutions to the pressing challenges associated with structural racism. Controlled experiments across species demonstrate that social connections are critical to survival, although strengthening individual resilience is insufficient to address the magnitude and impact of structural racism. In contrast, the multilevel construct of social resilience, defined by the power of groups to cultivate, engage in, and sustain positive relationships that endure and recuperate from social adversities, offers unique insights that may have greater impact, reach, and durability than individual-level interventions. Here, we review putative social resilience-enhancing interventions and, when available, their biological mediators, with the hope to stimulate discovery of novel approaches to mitigate structural racism. We first explore the social neuroscience principles underlying psychotherapy and other psychiatric interventions. Then, we explore translational efforts across species to tailor treatments that increase social resilience, with context and cultural sensitivity in mind. Finally, we conclude with some practical future directions for understudied areas that may be essential for progress in biological psychiatry, including ethical ways to increase representation in research and developing social paradigms that inform dynamics toward or away from socially resilient outcomes.
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Cruwys T, Haslam C, Haslam SA, Rathbone JA, Donaldson JL. Acceptability and Feasibility of an Intervention to Enhance Social Group Belonging: Evidence From Three Trials of Groups 4 Health. Behav Ther 2022; 53:1233-1249. [PMID: 36229119 DOI: 10.1016/j.beth.2022.06.011] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/12/2021] [Revised: 06/18/2022] [Accepted: 06/20/2022] [Indexed: 11/02/2022]
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Groups 4 Health (G4H) is a group psychotherapy program that targets social group disconnection. An emerging evidence base supports its efficacy in reducing loneliness, depression, and social anxiety. However, to date there has been no formal analysis of its acceptability to clients and therapists, nor an investigation of its feasibility for wider implementation. This input from end users is crucial to ensure the program's wider suitability and to contribute to its improvement. This study drew data from three clinical trials, including 266 G4H clients and 68 G4H therapists. From the Phase III trial only, additional data were available from 90 clients in a dose-controlled cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) comparison group, and focus groups/interviews with 6 therapists and 13 clients. Client satisfaction was high, with all average ratings >7/10, significantly exceeding the CBT comparison group. Therapist satisfaction with each module was >5/7. Retention was >80%. Homework completion was high, with <10% of clients saying that they had not attempted the homework. Therapists and clients both emphasized the benefits arising from G4H, and the contribution of the group context itself as a vehicle to achieve positive outcomes.
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Latinsky-Ortiz EM, Strober LB. Keeping it together: The role of social integration on health and psychological well-being among individuals with multiple sclerosis. HEALTH & SOCIAL CARE IN THE COMMUNITY 2022; 30:e4074-e4085. [PMID: 35322484 PMCID: PMC10078738 DOI: 10.1111/hsc.13800] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/02/2021] [Revised: 02/06/2022] [Accepted: 03/04/2022] [Indexed: 06/14/2023]
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Research indicates that people with multiple sclerosis (MS) are more likely to report poorer health and well-being than their peers without MS. Fortunately, it is also known that an individual's social and lifestyle factors play a great role on maintaining and promoting one's health and overall well-being. The present study aimed to examine the role that social integration and social support, in particular have on health and psychological well-being (PWB) among individuals with MS. One hundred and eighty three individuals with MS completed measures of social and lifestyle factors, personality, physical and mental health, MS disease symptomatology and PWB. Cross sectional, regression analyses were conducted to determine the role of social and other lifestyle factors (e.g., diet/exercise) on health and PWB. A subset of this sample (108) completed a follow-up assessment. Longitudinal analyses of this sample were also conducted. Consistent with previous findings, the presence of social integration and social support were significant predictors of health and PWB even when taking into account other lifestyle factors (i.e., diet/exercise, substance use, smoking), cardiovascular risk, demographics (i.e., gender, age, education, relationship status) and personality. The role of social integration and support on health and PWB is well established. Present findings confirmed these associations among individuals with MS. These findings suggest that social integration and social support should be a crucial part of MS management and that further interventional studies aimed at improving social integration and reducing social isolation are warranted in an effort to promote and maintain overall health and well-being.
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- Kessler Foundation, East Hanover, New Jersey, USA
- Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Rutgers, the State University of New Jersey, New Jersey Medical School, Newark, New Jersey, USA
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Sandhu S, Lian T, Drake C, Moffatt S, Wildman J, Wildman J. Intervention components of link worker social prescribing programmes: A scoping review. HEALTH & SOCIAL CARE IN THE COMMUNITY 2022; 30:e3761-e3774. [PMID: 36181384 DOI: 10.1111/hsc.14056] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/02/2022] [Revised: 08/15/2022] [Accepted: 09/12/2022] [Indexed: 06/16/2023]
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In the United Kingdom (UK), link worker social prescribing has emerged as an option to improve long-term condition management and address primary care patients' non-medical needs by linking patients with community-based activities and support. Social prescribing is a complex, heterogenous intervention, and there is currently no taxonomy of components to guide its implementation and evaluation. This study aimed to identify and categorise the components of link worker social prescribing schemes in the United Kingdom. A scoping review of peer-reviewed literature was conducted. Six databases were used to identify papers that met inclusion criteria. Eligible articles were original research studies in the United Kingdom describing interventions that included (1) initial referral of adults with chronic physical health conditions and/or unmet social needs from primary care to a link worker or equivalent role, (2) consultation with a link worker or equivalent role and (3) referral to a community-based or government service. Of the 1078 articles identified, 32 met study eligibility criteria, representing 22 social prescribing schemes. We drew from the template for intervention description and replication (TIDieR) to identify, organise and report intervention components. We found wide variations in geography, target populations and intervention components such as activities and procedures conducted by primary care staff and link workers, organisational and staffing configurations and use of tools and financing approaches to facilitate adoption. Intervention components are summarised into a taxonomy to guide future research, policy and practice efforts in addition to supporting standardised intervention reporting.
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- Sahil Sandhu
- Population Health Sciences Institute, Newcastle University, Newcastle Upon Tyne, UK
- Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
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- Perelman School of Medicine, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
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- Department of Population Health Sciences, Duke University School of Medicine, Durham, North Carolina, USA
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- Population Health Sciences Institute, Newcastle University, Newcastle Upon Tyne, UK
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- Population Health Sciences Institute, Newcastle University, Newcastle Upon Tyne, UK
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- Population Health Sciences Institute, Newcastle University, Newcastle Upon Tyne, UK
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Percival A, Newton C, Mulligan K, Petrella RJ, Ashe MC. Systematic review of social prescribing and older adults: where to from here? Fam Med Community Health 2022; 10:fmch-2022-001829. [PMID: 36207017 PMCID: PMC9557282 DOI: 10.1136/fmch-2022-001829] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/07/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVE Social prescribing is a person-centred model of care with emphases on lessening the impact of unmet social needs, supporting the delivery of personalised care, and reducing non-medical resource use in the primary care setting. The purpose of this systematic review was to synthesise the effect of social prescribing for older adults within primary care. DESIGN We followed standard systematic review guidelines, including protocol registration, screening studies (title/abstract and full text) and assessing the study quality. ELIGIBILITY AND INFORMATION SOURCES We searched multiple online databases for studies that included older adults 60+ years (group mean age), an intervention defined and called social prescribing (or social prescription) via health provider referrals to non-medical services, and quantitative physical and psychosocial outcomes and/or health resource use. We included experimental and observational studies from all years and languages and conducted a narrative synthesis. The date of the last search was 24 March 2022. RESULTS We screened 406 citations (after removing duplicates) and included seven studies. All studies except one were before-after design without a control group, and all except one study was conducted in the UK. Studies included 12-159 participants (baseline), there were more women than men, the group mean (SD) age was 76.1 (4.0) years and data collection (baseline to final) occurred on average 19.4 (14.0) weeks apart. Social prescribing referrals came from health and social providers. Studies had considerable risk of bias, programme implementation details were missing, and for studies that reported data (n=6) on average only 66% of participants completed studies (per-protocol). There were some positive effects of social prescribing on physical and psychosocial outcomes (eg, social participation, well-being). Findings varied for health resource use. These results may change with new evidence. CONCLUSIONS There were few peer-reviewed studies available for social prescribing and older adults. Next steps for social prescribing should include co-creating initiatives with providers, older people and communities to identify meaningful outcomes, and feasible and robust methods for uptake of the prescription and community programmes. This should be considered in advance or in parallel with determining its effectiveness for meaningful outcomes at multiple levels (person, provider and programme).
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- Amanda Percival
- Department of Family Practice, The University of British Columbia, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
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- Department of Family Practice, The University of British Columbia, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
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- Dalla Lana School of Public Health, University of Toronto, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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- Department of Family Practice, The University of British Columbia, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada,Department of Family Medicine, Western University, London, Ontario, Canada,School of Kinesiology, Western University, London, Ontario, Canada
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- Department of Family Practice, The University of British Columbia, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
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Cooper M, Avery L, Scott J, Ashley K, Jordan C, Errington L, Flynn D. Effectiveness and active ingredients of social prescribing interventions targeting mental health: a systematic review. BMJ Open 2022; 12:e060214. [PMID: 35879011 PMCID: PMC9328101 DOI: 10.1136/bmjopen-2021-060214] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 9.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/07/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVE This study aims to establish the effectiveness and active ingredients of UK-based social prescribing interventions targeting mental health and well-being outcomes. DESIGN Systematic review adhering to Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analysies guidelines and a published protocol. DATA SOURCES Nine databases were systematically searched up to March 2022. ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA Social prescribing interventions in the UK involving adults aged ≥18 years, which reported on mental health outcomes. DATA EXTRACTION AND SYNTHESIS Two reviewers extracted data on study characteristics; outcomes; referral pathways; treatment fidelity strategies; person-centredness; intervention development processes and theory-linked behaviour change techniques (BCTs). Data were narratively synthesised. RESULTS 52 074 records were retrieved by the search, 13 interventions reported across 17 studies were included in this review (N=5036 participants at post-intervention). Fifteen studies were uncontrolled before-and-after designs, one a randomised controlled trial and one a matched groups design. The most frequently reported referral pathway was the link worker model (n=12), followed by direct referrals from community services (n=3). Participants were predominantly working age adults, and were referred for anxiety, depression, social isolation and loneliness. 16 out of 17 studies reported statistically significant improvements in outcomes (mental health, mental well-being, general health, or quality of life). Strategies to enhance treatment fidelity were suboptimal across studies. Only two studies used a specific theoretical framework. A few studies reported engaging service users in codesign (n=2) or usability and/or feasibility testing (n=4). Overall, 22 BCTs were coded across 13 interventions. The most frequently coded BCTs were social support-unspecified (n=11), credible source (n=7) and social support-practical (n=6). CONCLUSIONS Robust conclusions on the effectiveness of social prescribing for mental health-related outcomes cannot be made. Future research would benefit from comprehensive intervention developmental processes, with reference to appropriate theory, alongside long-term follow-up outcome assessment, using treatment fidelity strategies and a focus on principle of person-centred care. PROSPERO REGISTRATION NUMBER CRD42020167887.
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- Matthew Cooper
- School of Health & Life Sciences, Teesside University, Middlesbrough, UK
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- School of Health & Life Sciences, Teesside University, Middlesbrough, UK
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- Faculty of Health & Life Sciences, Northumbria University, Newcastle upon Tyne, UK
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- School of Health & Life Sciences, Teesside University, Middlesbrough, UK
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- School of Health & Life Sciences, Teesside University, Middlesbrough, UK
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- School of Biomedical, Nutritional, and Sport Sciences, Newcastle University, Newcastle Upon Tyne, UK
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- Faculty of Health & Life Sciences, Northumbria University, Newcastle upon Tyne, UK
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Dingle GA, Sharman LS, Hayes S, Chua D, Baker JR, Haslam C, Jetten J, Haslam SA, Cruwys T, McNamara N. A controlled evaluation of the effect of social prescribing programs on loneliness for adults in Queensland, Australia (protocol). BMC Public Health 2022; 22:1384. [PMID: 35854258 PMCID: PMC9295098 DOI: 10.1186/s12889-022-13743-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/17/2022] [Accepted: 07/04/2022] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND In social prescribing, link workers support individuals whose persistent health problems are exacerbated by loneliness by connecting them to community-based social activities. This approach is well established in the UK and is gaining attention in Australia. However, a major limitation of research to date has been a lack of theoretically informed and rigorous evaluations of social prescribing. We will address these points in this study, applying a social identity framework to examine the effects of group-based social prescribing (SP) activity compared to primary care treatment as usual (TAU). METHODS Ninety participants experiencing loneliness recruited from primary care services and community centres across five sites in Southeast Queensland will be assigned to one of two conditions (SP, TAU) and assessed at two timepoints (baseline, + 8 weeks). Individuals will be aged 18 years and over, have sufficient English language skills to provide consent, and at the time of recruitment they will not be experiencing acute symptoms or social issues that require urgent intervention. Primary outcomes are loneliness, mental well-being, and health service use (total number of GP, hospital, and allied health visits in the past 3 months). Secondary outcomes will assess social group processes, including number of important social groups, new group identification, multiple identity compatibility, and group-based support and emotion regulation. DISCUSSION This study will provide comprehensive data about the extent to which, and how, social prescribing to community-based group activities may help people to feel less lonely, more socially integrated, and healthy over the first 8 weeks. If effective, this social identity-informed model of social prescribing can be disseminated in communities across Australia. TRIAL REGISTRATION ANZCTR, Registered 8 June 2022 - Retrospectively registered, https://www.anzctr.org.au/ACTRN12622000801718.aspx.
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- G A Dingle
- School of Psychology, The University of Queensland, St Lucia QLD, Brisbane, 4072, Australia.
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- School of Psychology, The University of Queensland, St Lucia QLD, Brisbane, 4072, Australia
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- School of Psychology, The University of Queensland, St Lucia QLD, Brisbane, 4072, Australia
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- School of Psychology, The University of Queensland, St Lucia QLD, Brisbane, 4072, Australia.,Inala Primary Care, Brisbane, Australia
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- Primary & Community Care Services, Gold Coast, Australia
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- School of Psychology, The University of Queensland, St Lucia QLD, Brisbane, 4072, Australia
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- School of Psychology, The University of Queensland, St Lucia QLD, Brisbane, 4072, Australia
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- School of Psychology, The University of Queensland, St Lucia QLD, Brisbane, 4072, Australia
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- Australian National University, Canberra, Australia
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- Nottingham Trent University, Nottingham, UK
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Mitzner TL, Remillard ET, Mumma KT. Research-Driven Guidelines for Delivering Group Exercise Programs via Videoconferencing to Older Adults. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH 2022; 19:7562. [PMID: 35805221 PMCID: PMC9265495 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph19137562] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/12/2022] [Revised: 06/11/2022] [Accepted: 06/18/2022] [Indexed: 12/04/2022]
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Telehealth holds much potential for supporting older adults' physical and social health. In particular, telewellness interventions to support the physical and social wellness of older adults are needed to overcome participation barriers with in-person programs. This paper presents guidelines for delivering telewellness interventions to older adults, which were informed by a human factors approach to developing a Tele Tai Chi intervention for older adults with mobility disabilities, including reviewing user needs literature and conducting user-centered needs assessment research. From these findings, we developed a protocol and support materials for delivering a telewellness intervention and conducted a feasibility study. We also established an adaptation committee to provide recommendations on the intervention. The outcome of our human factors approach was the establishment of research-driven design guidelines for delivering group exercise programs to older adults using videoconferencing. The guidelines provide direction for designing a telewellness protocol, supporting remote participation, and promoting socialization and engagement. These guidelines can be used to deliver interventions that increase access to socially-engaging, physical activity programs for older adults, which can ultimately help support their physical health, mental health, and quality of life.
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- Tracy L. Mitzner
- Center for Inclusive Design and Innovation, Georgia Institute of Technology, Atlanta, GA 30318, USA; (E.T.R.); (K.T.M.)
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Wilding A, Munford LA, Sutton M. Predictors of social participation: evidence from repeated cross-sectional population surveys in England. J Public Health (Oxf) 2022:6550292. [PMID: 35301537 DOI: 10.1093/pubmed/fdac029] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/19/2021] [Revised: 10/25/2021] [Accepted: 02/02/2022] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Social participation is linked to better health and well-being. However, there is limited research on the individual and area-level predictors of participation. This study aims to determine the characteristics associated with participation, particularly the impact of community asset availability. METHODS We used data from 34 582 adult respondents to the nationally representative Community Life Survey from 2013 to 2018. We measured social participation by reported participation in 15 types of groups. We used probit and negative binomial regression models and included a wide range of individual, household and area characteristics, and availability of 14 types of community assets. RESULTS The following characteristics were associated with higher levels of participation: being female (+3.0 percentage points (p.p.) (95% CI 1.8 to 4.1p.p.), Black, Asian or Minority Ethnicity (+3.7p.p. (1.9 to 5.5p.p.)), homeownership (+4.1 p.p. (2.7 to 5.6p.p.)) and living in a rural area (+2.1p.p. (0.5 to 3.6p.p)). Respondents from the most deprived areas were less likely to participate than those in average deprivation areas (-3.9p.p. (-5.9 to -1.99p.p.)). Higher availability of community assets was associated with increased participation in groups. The effect of availability on participation varied by type of asset. CONCLUSION Improving community assets infrastructure in high deprivation and urban areas would encourage more social participation in these areas.
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- A Wilding
- Health Organisation, Policy and Economics, School of Health Sciences, University of Manchester, Manchester M13 9PL, UK
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- Health Organisation, Policy and Economics, School of Health Sciences, University of Manchester, Manchester M13 9PL, UK
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- Health Organisation, Policy and Economics, School of Health Sciences, University of Manchester, Manchester M13 9PL, UK.,Melbourne Institute: Applied Economic and Social Research, University of Melbourne, Melbourne, VIC 3010, Australia
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Bentley SV, Haslam C, Haslam SA, Jetten J, Larwood J, La Rue CJ. GROUPS 2 CONNECT: An online activity to maintain social connection and well-being during COVID-19. Appl Psychol Health Well Being 2021; 14:1189-1210. [PMID: 34958172 DOI: 10.1111/aphw.12330] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/25/2021] [Accepted: 11/13/2021] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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COVID-19 has had significant negative consequences for well-being. As well as the primary effects of the virus itself, secondary effects have resulted from the social isolation caused by the lockdowns imposed to slow the spread of the virus. Recognising the toxic effects of isolation, researchers, practitioners and policy-makers are conscious of the need to mitigate the negative effects of social distancing. Drawing on insights from a large body of research on the Social Identity Approach to Health, we devised an online activity-GROUPS 2 CONNECT (G2C)-aimed at helping people to maintain social connectedness when face-to-face interaction was not possible. Across four studies (N = 1021), we found that after completing the G2C activity, participants reported an increase in perceived quality of social connection, perceived ability to stay connected and well-being, with results showing that for two of the three longitudinal studies these uplifts were stable over time, and for all studies, the uplifts remained consistently higher for those who reported completing their social connection goals. These findings provide initial evidence of the value of G2C as a tool to support social connection, thereby reducing the risk of social isolation.
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- Sarah V Bentley
- School of Psychology, University of Queensland, Brisbane, Australia
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- School of Psychology, University of Queensland, Brisbane, Australia
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- School of Psychology, University of Queensland, Brisbane, Australia
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- School of Psychology, University of Queensland, Brisbane, Australia
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Cruwys T, Haslam C, Rathbone JA, Williams E, Haslam SA. Groups 4 Health protects against unanticipated threats to mental health: Evaluating two interventions during COVID-19 lockdown among young people with a history of depression and loneliness. J Affect Disord 2021; 295:316-322. [PMID: 34488085 PMCID: PMC8413117 DOI: 10.1016/j.jad.2021.08.029] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/18/2021] [Revised: 08/05/2021] [Accepted: 08/18/2021] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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BACKGROUND Decades of research indicate that when social connectedness is threatened, mental health is at risk. However, extant interventions to tackle loneliness have had only modest success, and none have been trialled under conditions of such threat. METHOD 174 young people with depression and loneliness were randomised to one of two evidence-based treatments: cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT) or Groups 4 Health (G4H), an intervention designed to increase social group belonging. Depression, loneliness, and well-being outcomes were evaluated at one-year follow-up; COVID-19 lockdown restrictions were imposed partway through follow-up assessments. This provided a quasi-experimental test of the utility of each intervention in the presence (lockdown group) and absence (control group) of a threat to social connectedness. RESULTS At one-year follow-up, participants in lockdown reported significantly poorer wellbeing than controls who completed follow-up before lockdown, t(152)=2.41, p=.017. Although both CBT and G4H led to symptom improvement, the benefits of G4H were more robust following an unanticipated threat to social connectedness for depression (χ2(16)=31.35, p=.001), loneliness (χ2(8)=21.622, p=.006), and wellbeing (χ2(8)=22.938, p=.003). LIMITATIONS Because the COVID-19 lockdown was unanticipated, this analysis represents an opportunistic use of available data. As a result, we could not measure the specific impact of restrictions on participants, such as reduced income, degree of isolation, or health-related anxieties. CONCLUSIONS G4H delivered one year prior to COVID-19 lockdown offered greater protection than CBT against relapse of loneliness and depression symptoms. Implications are discussed with a focus on how these benefits might be extended to other life stressors and transitions.
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- Tegan Cruwys
- Research School of Psychology, The Australian National University, Australia.
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- School of Psychology, The University of Queensland, Australia
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Vogel JS, Bruins J, de Jong S, Knegtering H, Bartels-Velthuis AA, Bruggeman R, Jörg F, Pijnenborg MGHM, Veling W, Visser E, van der Gaag M, Castelein S. Satisfaction with social connectedness as a predictor for positive and negative symptoms of psychosis: A PHAMOUS study. Schizophr Res 2021; 238:121-127. [PMID: 34653741 DOI: 10.1016/j.schres.2021.10.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/02/2020] [Revised: 10/02/2021] [Accepted: 10/03/2021] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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PURPOSE This study examines satisfaction with social connectedness (SSC) as predictor of positive and negative symptoms in people with a psychotic disorder. METHODS Data from the Pharmacotherapy Monitoring and Outcome Survey (PHAMOUS) was used from patients assessed between 2014 and 2019, diagnosed with a psychotic disorder (N = 2109). Items about social connectedness of the Manchester short assessment of Quality of Life (ManSA) were used to measure SSC. Linear mixed models were used to estimate the association of SSC with the Positive and Negative Syndrome Scale (PANSS) after one and two years against α = 0.01. Analyses were adjusted for symptoms, time since onset, gender and age. Additionally, fluctuation of positive and negative symptom scores over time was estimated. RESULTS The mean duration of illness of the sample was 18.8 years (SD 10.7) with >65% showing only small variation in positive and negative symptoms over a two to five-year time period. After adjustment for covariates, SSC showed to be negatively associated with positive symptoms after one year (β = -0.47, p < 0.001, 95% CI = -0.70, -025) and two years (β = -0.59, p < 0.001, 95% CI = -0.88, -0.30), and for negative symptoms after one year (β = -0.52, p < 0.001, 95% CI = -0.77, -0.27). The prediction of negative symptoms was not significant at two years. CONCLUSION This research indicates that interventions on SSC might positively impact mental health for people with psychosis. SSC is a small and robust predictor of future levels of positive symptoms. Negative symptoms could be predicted by SSC at one year.
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- Jelle Sjoerd Vogel
- Lentis Psychiatric Institute, Hereweg 80, 9725 AG Groningen, the Netherlands; University of Groningen, Faculty of Behavioral and Social Sciences, Grote Kruisstraat 2/1, 9712 TS Groningen, the Netherlands; University of Groningen, University Medical Center Groningen, University Center for Psychiatry, Rob Giel Research Center, P.O. 30.001, 9700 RB, Groningen, the Netherlands; GGZ Drenthe Mental Health Institute, Department of Psychotic Disorders, Dennenweg 9, 9404 LA Assen, the Netherlands.
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- Lentis Psychiatric Institute, Hereweg 80, 9725 AG Groningen, the Netherlands; University of Groningen, University Medical Center Groningen, University Center for Psychiatry, Rob Giel Research Center, P.O. 30.001, 9700 RB, Groningen, the Netherlands.
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- Lentis Psychiatric Institute, Hereweg 80, 9725 AG Groningen, the Netherlands; University of Groningen, University Medical Center Groningen, University Center for Psychiatry, Rob Giel Research Center, P.O. 30.001, 9700 RB, Groningen, the Netherlands.
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- Lentis Psychiatric Institute, Hereweg 80, 9725 AG Groningen, the Netherlands; University of Groningen, University Medical Center Groningen, University Center for Psychiatry, Rob Giel Research Center, P.O. 30.001, 9700 RB, Groningen, the Netherlands.
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- Lentis Psychiatric Institute, Hereweg 80, 9725 AG Groningen, the Netherlands; University of Groningen, University Medical Center Groningen, University Center for Psychiatry, Rob Giel Research Center, P.O. 30.001, 9700 RB, Groningen, the Netherlands.
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- University of Groningen, Faculty of Behavioral and Social Sciences, Grote Kruisstraat 2/1, 9712 TS Groningen, the Netherlands; University of Groningen, University Medical Center Groningen, University Center for Psychiatry, Rob Giel Research Center, P.O. 30.001, 9700 RB, Groningen, the Netherlands.
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- University of Groningen, University Medical Center Groningen, University Center for Psychiatry, Rob Giel Research Center, P.O. 30.001, 9700 RB, Groningen, the Netherlands; GGZ Friesland Mental Health Institute, Department of Research and Education, Sixmastraat 2, 8932 PA Leeuwarden, the Netherlands.
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- University of Groningen, Faculty of Behavioral and Social Sciences, Grote Kruisstraat 2/1, 9712 TS Groningen, the Netherlands; GGZ Drenthe Mental Health Institute, Department of Psychotic Disorders, Dennenweg 9, 9404 LA Assen, the Netherlands.
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- University of Groningen, University Medical Center Groningen, University Center for Psychiatry, Psychosis Department, Hanzeplein 1 (CC60), 9713 GZ, Groningen, the Netherlands.
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- University of Groningen, University Medical Center Groningen, University Center for Psychiatry, Rob Giel Research Center, P.O. 30.001, 9700 RB, Groningen, the Netherlands.
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- VU University Amsterdam, Department of Clinical Psychology, Van der Boechorststraat 1, 1081 BR Amsterdam, the Netherlands; Amsterdam Public Mental Health Research Institute, Van der Boechorststraat 1, 1081 BR Amsterdam, the Netherlands; Parnassia Psychiatric Institute, Department of Psychosis Research, Zoutkeetsingel 40, 2512 HN The Hague, the Netherlands
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- Lentis Psychiatric Institute, Hereweg 80, 9725 AG Groningen, the Netherlands; University of Groningen, Faculty of Behavioral and Social Sciences, Grote Kruisstraat 2/1, 9712 TS Groningen, the Netherlands; University of Groningen, University Medical Center Groningen, University Center for Psychiatry, Rob Giel Research Center, P.O. 30.001, 9700 RB, Groningen, the Netherlands.
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Exploring the enablers and barriers to social prescribing for people living with long-term neurological conditions: a focus group investigation. BMC Health Serv Res 2021; 21:1230. [PMID: 34774034 PMCID: PMC8590354 DOI: 10.1186/s12913-021-07213-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/08/2021] [Accepted: 10/14/2021] [Indexed: 12/03/2022] Open
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Background People living with Long Term Neurological Conditions (LTNCs) value peer support and social activities. Psychological support and wellbeing enables them to manage their condition. Social prescribing is a formal process of referring patients to a link worker to co-design a plan to improve their health and wellbeing. Intervention involves supporting participation in activities based within the individual’s local community. This study aimed to explore the barriers and enablers to accessing social prescribing for people living with LTNCs (plwLTNCs). Methods A total of four focus groups were carried out with 17 participants, including different neurological conditions such as multiple sclerosis, Fragile X Syndrome, epilepsy, and traumatic brain injury. Two participants were family carers and supported people living with epilepsy and motor neurone disease. Findings were analysed using thematic analysis. Results Five themes were identified: (1) Lack of knowledge; (2) Service provision difficulties; (3) Benefits of social prescribing activities; (4) Physical barriers and (5) Psychological barriers. There was a lack of knowledge about social prescribing and what it actually was. Participants anticipated service provision difficulties relating to funding, link workers need for knowledge of LTNC’s and for activities to be varied and individualised. The potential benefits of social prescribing activities were recognised across the groups especially its potential to tackle loneliness and to offer plwLTNC’s purpose. Participants highlighted a number of physical barriers such as transport and accessibility; and psychological barriers such as anxiety and stigma. Conclusion Social prescribing aims to address the health inequalities of those living with long-term conditions, however currently it is likely to exclude plwLTNCs. Recommendations for practice and future research are made. Supplementary Information The online version contains supplementary material available at 10.1186/s12913-021-07213-6.
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Stevenson C, Wakefield JRH, Felsner I, Drury J, Costa S. Collectively coping with coronavirus: Local community identification predicts giving support and lockdown adherence during the COVID-19 pandemic. BRITISH JOURNAL OF SOCIAL PSYCHOLOGY 2021. [PMID: 33969899 DOI: 10.31219/osf.io/2uyw7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/05/2023]
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The role of shared identity in predicting both ingroup helping behaviour and adherence to protective norms during COVID-19 has been extensively theorized, but remains largely under-investigated. We build upon previous Social Identity research into community resilience by testing the role of pre-existing local community (or 'neighbourhood') identity as a predictor of these outcomes, via the mediator of perceived social support. Community residents in the UK completed a longitudinal online survey four months before lockdown (T1; N = 253), one month before lockdown (T2; N = 217), and two months into lockdown (T3; N = 149). The cross-lagged panel analysis shows that T1 community identification predicts T3 giving and receiving of pandemic-related support, and that these effects occur via the perception of community support at the second time point (while the alternative pathway from T1 support via T2 identification is non-significant). Moreover, we show that T1 community identification also directly predicts lockdown adherence at T3. Our findings point to the pivotal role played by community identity in effective behavioural responses to the pandemic, and the need to support and foster community development to facilitate local community resilience as the crisis continues to unfold.
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- Università Degli Studi della Campania Luigi Vanvitelli, Naples, Italy
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Social and psychological impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on people with Parkinson's disease: a scoping review. Public Health 2021; 199:77-86. [PMID: 34571441 PMCID: PMC8407946 DOI: 10.1016/j.puhe.2021.08.014] [Citation(s) in RCA: 22] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/14/2021] [Revised: 07/27/2021] [Accepted: 08/19/2021] [Indexed: 02/08/2023]
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Objectives The COVID-19 pandemic caused countries across the globe to impose restrictions to slow the spread of the virus, with people instructed to stay at home and reduce contact with others. This reduction in social contact has the potential to negatively impact mental health and well-being. The restrictions are particularly concerning for people with existing chronic illnesses such as Parkinson's disease, who may be especially affected by concerns about the pandemic and associated reduction of social contact. The aim of this review was to synthesise published literature on the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the social and psychological well-being of people with Parkinson's disease. Study design The design of this study is a scoping review. Methods We searched five electronic databases for English language articles containing primary data on this topic. Results Thirty-one relevant studies were found and included in the review. Six main themes were identified: impact of the pandemic on physical and mental health; COVID-19 concerns; access to health care; impact on daily and social activities; impact on physical activity and impact on caregivers. Levels of perceived risk of COVID-19 differed across studies, but most participants had adopted preventive measures such as staying at home and reducing social contacts. Participants in many studies reported a discontinuation of regular healthcare appointments and physiotherapy, as well as concerns about being able to obtain medication. Loss of daily activities and social support was noted by many participants. There was mixed evidence on the impact of the pandemic on physical exercise, with some studies finding no change in physical activity and others reporting a reduction; generally, participants with reduced physical activity had poorer mental health and greater worsening of symptoms. Caregivers of people with Parkinson's disease were more likely to be negatively affected by the pandemic if they cared for people with complex needs such as additional mental health problems. Conclusions The COVID-19 pandemic has had negative effects on the physical and mental health of people with Parkinson's disease, perhaps due to disruption of healthcare services, loss of usual activities and supports and reduction in physical activity. We make recommendations for policy, practice and future research.
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Social identity makes group-based social connection possible: Implications for loneliness and mental health. Curr Opin Psychol 2021; 43:161-165. [PMID: 34403958 DOI: 10.1016/j.copsyc.2021.07.013] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/19/2021] [Revised: 06/19/2021] [Accepted: 07/13/2021] [Indexed: 01/18/2023]
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This review argues that a distinctly positive form of social connection is made possible by the social identities that people derive from psychologically meaningful group memberships. These connections have important implications for mental health by virtue of their distinct capacity to furnish people with a sense of collective meaning, purpose, support, and efficacy. This analysis suggests that loneliness and its toxic effects arise in part from the challenges of achieving this distinct form of social connection in contemporary society. However, it also suggests that a good way to tackle loneliness and support mental health is by building, restoring, and sustaining social identities through meaningful group-based connections. We conclude by reflecting on the success of interventions that do precisely this - most notably Groups 4 Health.
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Vidovic D, Reinhardt GY, Hammerton C. Can Social Prescribing Foster Individual and Community Well-Being? A Systematic Review of the Evidence. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH 2021; 18:5276. [PMID: 34063543 PMCID: PMC8156788 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph18105276] [Citation(s) in RCA: 22] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/02/2021] [Revised: 04/29/2021] [Accepted: 05/11/2021] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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Social prescribing programmes (SP) are person-centred coaching schemes meant to help participants improve individual circumstances, thereby to reduce demand on health and social care. SP could be an innovative means to improve preventive and public health in the pursuit of universal financially sustainable healthcare. Given its potential, our systematic review assesses type, content, and quality of evidence available regarding SP effectiveness at the individual, system, and community levels. We examine the impact of SP on addressing loneliness, social isolation, well-being, and connectedness, as well as related concepts, which are not yet considered jointly in one study. Following PRISMA, we search: EBSCOHost (CINAHL Complete; eBook Collection; E-Journals; MEDLINE Full Text; Open Dissertations; PsycARTICLES; PsycINFO); Web of Science Core Collection; and UK National Institute for Health and Care Excellence. Excluding systematic reviews and articles without impact evaluations, we review 51 studies. Several studies do not distinguish between core concepts and/or provide information on the measures used to assess outcomes; exactly one peer-reviewed study presents a randomised controlled trial. If we wish to know the potential of social prescribing to lead to universal financially sustainable healthcare, we urge researchers and practitioners to standardise definitions and metrics, and to explore conceptual linkages between social prescribing and system/community outcomes.
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- Dragana Vidovic
- Department of Government, Faculty of Social Sciences, University of Essex, Colchester CO4 3SQ, UK; (G.Y.R.); (C.H.)
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Stevenson C, Wakefield JRH, Felsner I, Drury J, Costa S. Collectively coping with coronavirus: Local community identification predicts giving support and lockdown adherence during the COVID-19 pandemic. BRITISH JOURNAL OF SOCIAL PSYCHOLOGY 2021; 60:1403-1418. [PMID: 33969899 PMCID: PMC8236966 DOI: 10.1111/bjso.12457] [Citation(s) in RCA: 46] [Impact Index Per Article: 15.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/17/2020] [Revised: 03/01/2021] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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The role of shared identity in predicting both ingroup helping behaviour and adherence to protective norms during COVID-19 has been extensively theorized, but remains largely under-investigated. We build upon previous Social Identity research into community resilience by testing the role of pre-existing local community (or 'neighbourhood') identity as a predictor of these outcomes, via the mediator of perceived social support. Community residents in the UK completed a longitudinal online survey four months before lockdown (T1; N = 253), one month before lockdown (T2; N = 217), and two months into lockdown (T3; N = 149). The cross-lagged panel analysis shows that T1 community identification predicts T3 giving and receiving of pandemic-related support, and that these effects occur via the perception of community support at the second time point (while the alternative pathway from T1 support via T2 identification is non-significant). Moreover, we show that T1 community identification also directly predicts lockdown adherence at T3. Our findings point to the pivotal role played by community identity in effective behavioural responses to the pandemic, and the need to support and foster community development to facilitate local community resilience as the crisis continues to unfold.
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- Università Degli Studi della Campania Luigi Vanvitelli, Naples, Italy
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Bowe M, Wakefield JRH, Kellezi B, Stevenson C, McNamara N, Jones BA, Sumich A, Heym N. The mental health benefits of community helping during crisis: Coordinated helping, community identification and sense of unity during the COVID-19 pandemic. JOURNAL OF COMMUNITY & APPLIED SOCIAL PSYCHOLOGY 2021; 32:521-535. [PMID: 34230792 PMCID: PMC8250747 DOI: 10.1002/casp.2520] [Citation(s) in RCA: 40] [Impact Index Per Article: 13.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/01/2020] [Revised: 03/11/2021] [Accepted: 03/14/2021] [Indexed: 12/18/2022]
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Communities are vital sources of support during crisis, providing collective contexts for shared identity and solidarity that predict supportive, prosocial responses. The COVID‐19 pandemic has presented a global health crisis capable of exerting a heavy toll on the mental health of community members while inducing unwelcome levels of social disconnection. Simultaneously, lockdown restrictions have forced vulnerable community members to depend upon the support of fellow residents. Fortunately, voluntary helping can be beneficial to the well‐being of the helper as well as the recipient, offering beneficial collective solutions. Using insights from social identity approaches to volunteering and disaster responses, this study explored whether the opportunity to engage in helping fellow community members may be both unifying and beneficial for those engaging in coordinated community helping. Survey data collected in the UK during June 2020 showed that coordinated community helping predicted the psychological bonding of community members by building a sense of community identification and unity during the pandemic, which predicted increased well‐being and reduced depression and anxiety. Implications for the promotion and support of voluntary helping initiatives in the context of longer‐term responses to the COVID‐19 pandemic are provided. Please refer to the Supplementary Material section to find this article's Community and Social Impact Statement.
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- Mhairi Bowe
- Department of Psychology Nottingham Trent University Nottingham UK
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- Department of Psychology Nottingham Trent University Nottingham UK
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- Department of Psychology Nottingham Trent University Nottingham UK
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- Department of Psychology Nottingham Trent University Nottingham UK
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- Department of Psychology Nottingham Trent University Nottingham UK
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- Department of Psychology Nottingham Trent University Nottingham UK
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Bowe M, Gray D, Stevenson C, McNamara N, Wakefield JRH, Kellezi B, Wilson I, Cleveland M, Mair E, Halder M, Costa S. A social cure in the community: A mixed‐method exploration of the role of social identity in the experiences and well‐being of community volunteers. EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF SOCIAL PSYCHOLOGY 2021. [DOI: 10.1002/ejsp.2706] [Citation(s) in RCA: 23] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/07/2022]
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- Mhairi Bowe
- Department of Psychology Nottingham Trent University Nottingham UK
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- Department of Psychology University of Winchester Winchester UK
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- Department of Psychology Nottingham Trent University Nottingham UK
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- Department of Psychology Nottingham Trent University Nottingham UK
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- Department of Psychology Nottingham Trent University Nottingham UK
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- Department of Psychology Nottingham Trent University Nottingham UK
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- Department of Psychology Nottingham Trent University Nottingham UK
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Wakefield JRH, Kellezi B, Stevenson C, McNamara N, Bowe M, Wilson I, Halder MM, Mair E. Social Prescribing as 'Social Cure': A longitudinal study of the health benefits of social connectedness within a Social Prescribing pathway. J Health Psychol 2020; 27:386-396. [PMID: 32700974 PMCID: PMC8793307 DOI: 10.1177/1359105320944991] [Citation(s) in RCA: 34] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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We examined whether the Social Cure (SC) perspective explains the efficacy of a Social Prescribing (SP) pathway which addresses healthcare needs through enhancing social connections. Data were collected at pathway entry from patients with long-term health conditions, or who felt isolated/lonely/anxious (N = 630), then again 4 months later (N = 178), and 6-9 months later (N = 63). Being on the pathway was associated with increased group memberships between T0 and T1. The relationship between increased group memberships and quality-of-life was serially mediated by belonging, support and loneliness. This study is the first to show SP enhances health/well-being via SC mechanisms.
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