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Wells R, Claessen M, Dzidic P, Leitão S. The model of access to speech-language pathology services. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGY 2024; 26:334-345. [PMID: 38962971 DOI: 10.1080/17549507.2024.2363955] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 07/05/2024]
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PURPOSE Within Australia, some families face challenges in accessing paediatric speech-language pathology services. This research sought to investigate the factors that impact access to paediatric speech-language pathology services within Western Australia. METHOD Researchers used constructivist grounded theory to investigate the construct of access, as experienced and perceived by service decision-makers, namely caregivers of children with communication needs and speech-language pathologists who provide communication services. Eleven speech-language pathologists and 16 caregivers took part in 32 semi-structured in-depth interviews. Researchers used layers of coding of interviews transcripts and the constant comparative method to investigate data. RESULT Findings outline the factors that impact access to speech-language pathology services, as organised into the seven categories of the Model of Access to Speech-Language Pathology Services (MASPS). The categories and properties of this model are grounded within experiences and perspectives that participants contributed to the dataset. CONCLUSION MASPS provides a theoretical structure that has been constructed using inductive and abductive reasoning. This model can be used by service designers and decision-makers to reflect upon and improve experiences of service for a range of consumers. MASPS can also be used as a basis for further investigation into aspects of service access.
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- Robert Wells
- Curtin School of Allied Health, Curtin University, Peth, Australia
- Curtin EnAble Institute, Curtin University, Peth, Australia
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- Curtin School of Allied Health, Curtin University, Peth, Australia
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- Curtin School of Population Health, Curtin University, Peth, Australia, and
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- Curtin School of Allied Health, Curtin University, Peth, Australia
- Curtin EnAble Institute, Curtin University, Peth, Australia
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Zhao S, Mathis W. Understanding Barriers and Facilitators of Primary Care Use Among Assertive Community Treatment Teams Via Qualitative Analysis of Clients and Clinicians. Community Ment Health J 2024:10.1007/s10597-024-01284-5. [PMID: 38702559 DOI: 10.1007/s10597-024-01284-5] [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: 10/28/2023] [Accepted: 04/17/2024] [Indexed: 05/06/2024]
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Individuals with severe mental illness and substance use disorders face complex barriers to achieving physical health. This study aims to explore the barriers and facilitators of primary care access among an Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) team. Semi-structured qualitative interviews were conducted with 14 clients and 7 clinicians from an ACT team at a community mental health center in Connecticut. Data analysis followed a grounded theory approach, with codes and themes emerging iteratively during the interview process. The study identified multifaceted barriers to accessing primary care, including economic challenges, homelessness, and the prioritization of mental health and substance use symptoms over healthcare. The conceptual framework consists of nine dominant themes: clients' attitudes, knowledge, mental health, and motivations ("Client-Level Barriers and Facilitators"); ACT team-directed care coordination and relationship-building as well as primary care provider communication ("Provider-Level Barriers and Facilitators"); and clients' experiences with medical care and socioeconomic status ("Systemic-Level Barriers and Facilitators"). This research provides valuable insights into the various barriers faced by ACT clients in accessing primary care. Improving primary care access for individuals with severe mental illness and substance use disorders is crucial for reducing health disparities in this vulnerable population.
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- Sophia Zhao
- Department of Psychiatry, School of Medicine, Yale University, Connecticut Mental Health Center, 34 Park Street, New Haven, CT, 06519, USA.
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- Department of Psychiatry, School of Medicine, Yale University, Connecticut Mental Health Center, 34 Park Street, New Haven, CT, 06519, USA
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Peer Y, Koren A, DiNapoli P, Gautam R. Factors Associated with Implementing the Integrated Behavioral Health Care Model and Iraqi Refugees in the USA. Community Ment Health J 2023; 59:1251-1260. [PMID: 36917297 PMCID: PMC10011859 DOI: 10.1007/s10597-023-01107-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/24/2022] [Accepted: 02/24/2023] [Indexed: 03/16/2023]
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The aim was to identify which factors facilitate providing integrated behavioral health care for Iraqi refugees in nationally recognized community health center in Northern USA. The social-ecological model (SEM) framework guided this qualitative case study exploring the experience of 11 professional staff. Data were collected from June through August 2021 through individual interviews. Eight themes emerged based on the SEM levels: Intrapersonal-gender-driven engagement; interpersonal-the need for discretion and trusting relationship; community-collaboration with community resources and integrator from the community; organizational-holistic care, and long-term care; and policy-insufficient educational preparation. The results highlight components for clinical practice and policymakers regarding a population that is a big consumer of mental health care. Future research should explore other vulnerable populations, the effect of social groups, and the incorporation of community resources as part of the integrated care team.
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- Yifat Peer
- Susan and Alan Solomont School of Nursing, University of Massachusetts, Lowell 113 Wilder Street, Suite 200, Lowell, MA 01854-3058 USA
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- Susan and Alan Solomont School of Nursing, University of Massachusetts, Lowell 113 Wilder Street, Suite 200, Lowell, MA 01854-3058 USA
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- Department of Nursing, University of New Hampshire, Hewitt Hall, 4 Library Way, Durham, NH 03824 USA
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- Susan and Alan Solomont School of Nursing, University of Massachusetts, Lowell 113 Wilder Street, Suite 200, Lowell, MA 01854-3058 USA
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Peer Y, Koren A. Facilitators and barriers for implementing the integrated behavioural health care model in the USA: An integrative review. Int J Ment Health Nurs 2022; 31:1300-1314. [PMID: 35637556 DOI: 10.1111/inm.13027] [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] [Accepted: 04/29/2022] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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The integrated behavioural health care (IBHC) model incorporates mental health services with primary care. This service model is widely advocated due to its increasing access to health care and cost-saving. By connecting individuals with mental illnesses with a primary care provider, this model of care promotes collaboration between interdisciplinary teams, and therefore, increases health equity, decreases stigma, and increases patient satisfaction. This integrative review aimed to examine and synthesize available literature on facilitators and barriers related to the IBHC model implementation in the United States. An integrative review methodology by Whittemore and Knafl was utilized, and data evaluation was based on the JBI Critical Appraisal Checklist. The social-ecological model guided the review. Twenty-two articles were analysed, and nine themes were identified, which were further organized according to the five levels of the social-ecological model and consisted of intrapersonal level - patient-centered care; interpersonal level - relationships; community level - physical accessibility; organizational level - operation and infrastructure, team approach, training in behavioural health, electronic medical record, and staffing; and policy level - funds and health insurance. Most facilitating factors were on the organizational level and related to infrastructure, team approach, patient-centered care, and the most noted barrier was poor relationships. Nurses can increase engagement in integrated care by assuming roles that oversee patient care, foster professional collaborations, and improve relationships. Future research should focus on vulnerable populations this model serves, patients' perspectives, and the effect of telehealth.
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- Yifat Peer
- Susan and Alan Solomont School of Nursing, University of Massachusetts - Lowell, Lowell, Massachusetts, USA
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- Susan and Alan Solomont School of Nursing, University of Massachusetts - Lowell, Lowell, Massachusetts, USA
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Hemmings L, Heneghan NR, Byrd E, Stubbs B, Soundy A. Healthcare professionals' perceptions and experiences of physiotherapy for people with mental illness: a protocol for a systematic review and meta-ethnography. BMJ Open 2022; 12:e061227. [PMID: 36002219 PMCID: PMC9413177 DOI: 10.1136/bmjopen-2022-061227] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/23/2022] Open
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INTRODUCTION There is a high global prevalence of patients presenting with physical and mental health comorbidities. Physiotherapeutic interventions, such as exercise, can have positive benefits for physical and mental health. However, poor accessibility and negative experiences of healthcare services for those with mental illness (MI) have been consistently observed within literature with recent research identifying poor experiences of physiotherapeutic interactions and processes such as referrals and discharges. One way to help improve physiotherapy services for this population is to understand the personal experiences and perceptions of healthcare professionals (HCPs) toward physiotherapy for patients with MI. Qualitative-based evidence syntheses are suited to bring this data together with the aim of improving physiotherapy services for patients with MI. This review will systematically search and synthesise existing evidence around HCP experiences and perceptions of physiotherapy for people with MI. METHODS AND ANALYSIS A systematic search and seven-phase meta-ethnography will be undertaken. A comprehensive search of electronic databases (CINAHL plus, MEDLINE, Pubmed, Embase and Psycinfo) and search engines as well as grey literature (unpublished primary research such as theses) will be completed. Searches are planned to take place in July 2022. Eligibility criteria include: (a) qualitative data, (b) perceptions identified from HCP, including physiotherapists, assistants and HCP referring into physiotherapy, about physiotherapy for patients with MI and (c) are primary studies. ETHICS AND DISSEMINATION This work is exempt from requiring ethical approval due to review methodology with data accessed from published works. This systematic review is expected to provide insight into experiences and perceptions of HCP around benefits and barriers to accessing physiotherapy for patients with mental health illness. Findings will be used to inform further research and co-develop recommendations to overcome barriers and optimise facilitators to care for this population. Findings will be disseminated via peer-reviewed journal, conference presentations and to key stakeholder groups. PROSPERO REGISTRATION NUMBER CRD42021293035.
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- Laura Hemmings
- School of Sport, Exercise and Rehabilitation Sciences, University of Birmingham, Birmingham, UK
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- School of Sport, Exercise and Rehabilitation Sciences, University of Birmingham, Birmingham, UK
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- Faculty of Health and Life Sciences, Ulster University, Londonderry, UK
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- Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology and Neuroscience, King's College London, London, UK
- Physiotherapy Departmen, South London and Maudsley National Health Service Foundation Trust, London, UK
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- School of Sport, Exercise and Rehabilitation Sciences, University of Birmingham, Birmingham, UK
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Bröcker E, Olff M, Suliman S, Kidd M, Mqaisi B, Greyvenstein L, Kilian S, Seedat S. A clinician-monitored 'PTSD Coach' intervention: findings from two pilot feasibility and acceptability studies in a resource-constrained setting. Eur J Psychotraumatol 2022; 13:2107359. [PMID: 36212116 PMCID: PMC9542529 DOI: 10.1080/20008066.2022.2107359] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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Background: The high prevalence of trauma exposure and consequent post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is well documented in low- and middle-income countries, and most individuals with PTSD have limited access to treatment in these settings. Freely available internet-based interventions, such as PTSD Coach (web-based and mobile application), can help to address this gap and improve access to and efficiency of care. Objective: We conducted two pilot studies to evaluate the feasibility, acceptability, and preliminary effectiveness of PTSD Coach in a South African resource-constrained context. Method: Pilot 1: Participants with PTSD (n = 10) were randomized to counsellor-supported PTSD Coach Online (PCO) or enhanced treatment as usual. Pilot 2: Participants (n = 10) were randomized to counsellor-supported PTSD Coach Mobile App or self-managed PTSD Coach Mobile App. Feasibility and acceptability were assessed by comparing attrition rates (loss to follow-up), reviewing participant and counsellor feedback contained in fieldnotes, and analysing data on the 'Perceived helpfulness of the PTSD Coach App' (Pilot 2). PTSD symptom severity was assessed with the Clinician Administered PTSD Scale for DSM-5 (CAPS-5), changes between treatment and control groups were compared, the reliable change index (RCI) was calculated, and clinically significant changes were determined. Results: Three participants in Pilot 1 and two participants in Pilot 2 were lost to follow-up. Fieldnotes indicated that PTSD Coach Mobile App addressed identified computer literacy challenges in Pilot 1 (PCO); and a shorter duration of intervention (from 8 to 4 weeks) was associated with less attrition. The RCI indicated that four participants in Pilot 1 and eight participants in Pilot 2 experienced significant improvement in PTSD symptom severity. Conclusions: The preliminary results suggest that both platforms can alleviate PTSD symptoms, and that the involvement of volunteer counsellors is beneficial. The use of PTSD Coach Mobile App may be more feasible than the online version (PCO) in our setting. HIGHLIGHTS Research on supported PTSD Coach interventions is limited in resource-constrained settings.Both volunteer counsellor-supported PTSD Coach Online and the PTSD Coach Mobile App showed preliminary reliable and clinically significant changes.The use of PTSD Coach Mobile App seems more feasible than the volunteer counsellor-supported PTSD Coach Online.
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- Erine Bröcker
- Department of Psychiatry and MRC Genomics of Brain Disorders Unit, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Stellenbosch University, Cape Town, South Africa
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- Department of Psychiatry, Academic Medical Centre, University of Amsterdam, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Department of Psychiatry and MRC Genomics of Brain Disorders Unit, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Stellenbosch University, Cape Town, South Africa
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- Department of Psychiatry and MRC Genomics of Brain Disorders Unit, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Stellenbosch University, Cape Town, South Africa
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- Department of Psychiatry and MRC Genomics of Brain Disorders Unit, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Stellenbosch University, Cape Town, South Africa
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- Department of Psychiatry and MRC Genomics of Brain Disorders Unit, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Stellenbosch University, Cape Town, South Africa
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- Department of Psychiatry and MRC Genomics of Brain Disorders Unit, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Stellenbosch University, Cape Town, South Africa
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- Department of Psychiatry and MRC Genomics of Brain Disorders Unit, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Stellenbosch University, Cape Town, South Africa
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Cook JA, Jonikas JA, Steigman P, Glover CM, Burke-Miller JK, Weidenaar J, O’Neill S, Pavick D, Jami A, Santos CJ. Registry-Managed Care Coordination and Education for Patients With Co-occurring Diabetes and Serious Mental Illness. Psychiatr Serv 2021; 72:912-919. [PMID: 33887953 PMCID: PMC10443902 DOI: 10.1176/appi.ps.202000096] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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OBJECTIVE Longitudinal changes in health outcomes of patients with serious mental illness and co-occurring diabetes were examined after introduction of an intervention involving electronic disease management, care coordination, and personalized patient education. METHODS This observational cohort study included 179 patients with serious mental illness and diabetes mellitus type 2 at a behavioral health home in Chicago. The intervention employed a care coordinator who used a diabetes registry to integrate services; patients also received personalized diabetes self-management education. Outcomes included glucose, lipid, and blood pressure levels as assessed by glycosylated hemoglobin, low-density lipoprotein, triglycerides, and systolic/diastolic values from electronic medical records and completion of specialty visits confirmed with optometrists and podiatrists. Interrupted time-series segmented random-effects regression models tested for level changes in the eight study quarters following intervention implementation compared with eight preimplementation study quarters, controlling for clinic site and preimplementation secular trends. RESULTS Significant declines were found in levels of glucose, lipids, and blood pressure postimplementation. In addition, completed optometry referrals increased by 44% and completed podiatry referrals increased by 60%. CONCLUSIONS Significant improvement in medical outcomes was found among patients of a behavioral health home who had comorbid diabetes and mental illness after introduction of a multicomponent care coordination intervention, regardless of which clinic they attended.
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- Judith A. Cook
- University of Illinois at Chicago, Center on Mental Health Services Research and Policy, Chicago, IL
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- University of Illinois at Chicago, Center on Mental Health Services Research and Policy, Chicago, IL
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- University of Illinois at Chicago, Center on Mental Health Services Research and Policy, Chicago, IL
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- Rush Alzheimer’s Disease Center, Rush University Medical Center, Chicago, IL
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- University of Illinois at Chicago, Center on Mental Health Services Research and Policy, Chicago, IL
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- University of Illinois at Chicago, Center on Mental Health Services Research and Policy, Chicago, IL
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- University of Minnesota Medical Center-Fairview, Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, Minneapolis, MN
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- Departments of Internal Medicine and Psychiatry, Tulane University School of Medicine, New Orleans, LA
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Ferlatte O, Salway T, Oliffe JL, Saewyc EM, Holmes C, Schick L, Purdie A, Damstrom-Albach DD, Mantler ERG, Ho D, Knight R. It is time to mobilize suicide prevention for sexual and gender minorities in Canada. CANADIAN JOURNAL OF PUBLIC HEALTH = REVUE CANADIENNE DE SANTE PUBLIQUE 2020; 111:737-742. [PMID: 32328989 PMCID: PMC7501336 DOI: 10.17269/s41997-020-00316-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/22/2019] [Accepted: 03/15/2020] [Indexed: 01/21/2023]
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Suicide is a significant health issue among sexual and gender minority adults (SGMA); yet, there are no tailored suicide prevention programs for these marginalized populations in Canada. We hosted two world cafés with community leaders, health professionals, policymakers, and researchers to identify recommendations for mobilizing SGMA-focused suicide prevention programs. We identified five priorities: (1) make society safer for sexual and gender minorities; (2) decrease barriers to mental health services; (3) support community-driven and community-based interventions; (4) increase suicide knowledge and reduce stigma; (5) expand the knowledge base on SGMA suicide. In the absence of a national Canadian SGMA suicide prevention policy, these priorities provide a starting point in addressing SGMA suicide inequities by advancing SGMA-tailored interventions.
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- Olivier Ferlatte
- Department of Social and Preventive Medicine, School of Public Health, University of Montreal, Montreal, Canada.
- Centre de Recherche en Santé Publique, Montreal, Canada.
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- Faculty of Health Sciences, Simon Fraser University, Burnaby, Canada
- British Columbia Centre for Disease Control, Vancouver, Canada
- Centre for Gender and Sexual Health Equity, Vancouver, Canada
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- School of Nursing, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, Canada
- Department of Nursing, University of Melbourne, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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- School of Nursing, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, Canada
- Stigma and Resilience Among Vulnerable Youth Centre (SARAVYC), Vancouver, Canada
- McCreary Centre Society, Vancouver, Canada
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- School of Social Work, University of Victoria, Victoria, Canada
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- Community-Based Research Centre, Vancouver, Canada
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- British Columbia Centre on Substance Use, Vancouver, Canada
- Department of Medicine, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, Canada
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Gedik MM, Partlak Günüşen N, Çelik Ince S. Experiences of individuals with severe mental illnesses about physical health services: A qualitative study. Arch Psychiatr Nurs 2020; 34:237-243. [PMID: 32828355 DOI: 10.1016/j.apnu.2020.04.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/03/2020] [Revised: 04/05/2020] [Accepted: 04/09/2020] [Indexed: 01/17/2023]
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AIM This study aims to understand the ideas and experiences of individuals' with severe mental illnesses regarding their access to physical health care services. METHODS In this study, a qualitative descriptive approach and content analysis were used. The sample comprised 14 individuals with severe mental illnesses in a psychiatric clinic. RESULTS Three themes emerged: i) a barrier theme related to the patient and the illness, health care professionals, and the health system; ii) a theme that comprised facilitators, for example, health care system facilitators and family support; and iii) an expectations theme, comprising patients' and health care services. CONCLUSION Individuals with severe mental illnesses must overcome many barriers while receiving physical health care, and nursing interventions are critical for increasing these patients' access to physical health services.
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- Mukaddes Müberra Gedik
- Health Sciences Institute, Psychiatric Nursing Program, Dokuz Eylul University, 35340 Izmir, Turkey
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- Psychiatric Nursing Department, Zonguldak Bülent Ecevit University, 67600 Zonguldak, Turkey.
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Perceived Barriers to Mental Health Services Among Canadian Sexual and Gender Minorities with Depression and at Risk of Suicide. Community Ment Health J 2019; 55:1313-1321. [PMID: 31327106 DOI: 10.1007/s10597-019-00445-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/19/2018] [Accepted: 07/14/2019] [Indexed: 10/26/2022]
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This study examines barriers to mental health services among sexual and gender minorities (SGM) who screened positive for depression and risk of suicide. Data from an online survey of SGM (N = 2778) are analyzed. 37.5% met criteria for depression and 73.6% screened for being at risk of suicide. The most frequently cited barriers to mental health services access were inability to pay (62.3%), insufficient insurance (52.2%), a preference for 'waiting' for the problems to go away (51.5%), discomfort discussing emotions (45.7%), and feeling embarrassed and ashamed about mental health challenges (42.5%). Policy and practices implications of these findings are discussed.
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Ferlatte O, Oliffe JL, Louie DR, Ridge D, Broom A, Salway T. Suicide Prevention From the Perspectives of Gay, Bisexual, and Two-Spirit Men. QUALITATIVE HEALTH RESEARCH 2019; 29:1186-1198. [PMID: 30547726 DOI: 10.1177/1049732318816082] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/09/2023]
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Although gay, bisexual, and two-spirit men (GBTSM) experience high rates of suicidality, there have been few empirical studies of prevention initiatives and policies that could address or reverse this major social problem. This article reports on a photovoice study of 29 GBTSM who had a history of suicidality or lost a fellow GBTSM to suicide. We focused our analysis on participants' perspectives on suicide prevention. Participants described four key considerations for GBTSM suicide prevention: (a) recognizing and addressing enduring homophobia, biphobia, and mental illness stigma; (b) provision of low-barrier, long-term, and GBTSM-affirming counseling; (c) de-isolation through peer support and community connection; and (d) fostering creativity and cultural resilience. By engaging GBTSM affected by suicide through photographs that depict their experiences and points of view, in this study, we offer concrete recommendations to reduce suicidality among GBTSM.
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- Olivier Ferlatte
- 1 The University of British Columbia, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
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- 1 The University of British Columbia, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
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- 1 The University of British Columbia, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
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- 2 University of Westminster, London, United Kingdom
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- 3 University of New South Wales, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
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- 1 The University of British Columbia, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
- 4 British Columbia Center for Disease Control, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
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Lerbæk B, Jørgensen R, Aagaard J, Nordgaard J, Buus N. Mental health care professionals' accounts of actions and responsibilities related to managing physical health among people with severe mental illness. Arch Psychiatr Nurs 2019; 33:174-181. [PMID: 30927987 DOI: 10.1016/j.apnu.2018.11.006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/29/2018] [Revised: 10/11/2018] [Accepted: 11/17/2018] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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BACKGROUND Life expectancy of people with severe mental illness (SMI) is greatly shortened compared to the general population, and despite extensive research, this issue is unsolved. Although it is widely recognised that people with SMI need support from health care services to manage health related issues, profound health inequalities exist within provision of health care. The aim of this study was to examine how mental health care professionals accounted for their actions and responsibilities related to managing physical health issues among people with SMI. METHODS Three focus groups were conducted with 22 mental health care professionals, employed at three mental health care locations. Participants' situated accounts were subjected to discourse analysis. RESULTS Participants accounted for actions and responsibilities in three typical ways; 1) by positioning people with SMI as difficult to motivate and actively resisting intervention, 2) by positioning people with SMI as so impaired that intervention was futile, and 3) by arguing they are undertreated for physical conditions and might have physical illnesses that staff are not aware of because of prominent mental illness. These discursive strategies seemed to legitimise situations where participants described not responding to physical health issues, and to downplay potential trouble in situations where participants described not succeeding in facilitating lifestyle changes or promoting compliance to treatment of physical conditions. DISCUSSION AND CONCLUSION Mental health care professionals need to increase their awareness of latent discriminating attitudes towards people with SMI. Such attitudes are suggested to reinforce barriers for people with SMI receiving physical health care.
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- Birgitte Lerbæk
- Aalborg University Hospital, Psychiatry, Mølleparkvej 10, 9000 Aalborg, Denmark; Department of Clinical Medicine, Aalborg University, Søndre Skovvej 11, 9000 Aalborg, Denmark.
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- Unit for Psychiatric Research, Aalborg University Hospital, Psychiatry, Mølleparkvej 10, 9000 Aalborg, Denmark.
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- Aalborg University Hospital, Psychiatry, Mølleparkvej 10, 9000 Aalborg, Denmark; Department of Clinical Medicine, Aalborg University, Søndre Skovvej 11, 9000 Aalborg, Denmark.
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- Mental Health Center Amager, Denmark; University of Copenhagen, Copenhagen, Denmark.
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- Faculty of Medicine and Health, University of Sydney, Sydney, Australia; St. Vincent's Private Hospital Sydney, Sydney, Australia; St. Vincent's Hospital Sydney, Sydney, Australia; Institute of Regional Health Research, University of Southern Denmark, Slagelse, Denmark.
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Wakida EK, Okello ES, Rukundo GZ, Akena D, Alele PE, Talib ZM, Obua C. Health system constraints in integrating mental health services into primary healthcare in rural Uganda: perspectives of primary care providers. Int J Ment Health Syst 2019; 13:16. [PMID: 30949234 PMCID: PMC6429816 DOI: 10.1186/s13033-019-0272-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/29/2018] [Accepted: 03/14/2019] [Indexed: 12/13/2022] Open
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Background The World Health Organization issued recommendations to guide the process of integrating mental health services into primary healthcare. However, there has been general as well as context specific shortcomings in the implementation of these recommendations. In Uganda, mental health services are intended to be decentralized and integrated into general healthcare, but, the services are still underutilized especially in rural areas. Purpose The purpose of this study was to explore the health systems constraints to the integration of mental health services into PHC in Uganda from the perspective of primary health care providers (PHCPs). Methods This was a cross sectional qualitative study guided by the Supporting the Use of Research Evidence (SURE) framework. We used a semi-structured interview guide to gain insight into the health systems constraints faced by PHCPs in integrating mental health services into PHC. Results Key health systems constraints to integrating mental health services into PHC identified included inadequate practical experience during training, patient flow processes, facilities, human resources, gender related factors and challenges with accessibility of care. Conclusion There is need to strengthen the training of healthcare providers as well as improving the health care system that supports health workers. This would include periodic mental healthcare in-service training for PHCPs; the provision of adequate processes for outreach, and receiving, referring and transferring patients with mental health problems; empowering PHCPs at all levels to manage and treat mental health problems and adequately provide the necessary medical supplies; and increase the distribution of health workers across the health facilities to address the issue of high workload and compromised quality of care provided. Electronic supplementary material The online version of this article (10.1186/s13033-019-0272-0) contains supplementary material, which is available to authorized users.
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- Edith K Wakida
- 1Department of Psychiatry, Mbarara University of Science and Technology, P. O. Box 1410, Mbarara, Uganda
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- Mwanza Intervention Trials Unit, Tanzania National Institute for Medical, Mwanza Centre, Mwanza, Tanzania
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- 1Department of Psychiatry, Mbarara University of Science and Technology, P. O. Box 1410, Mbarara, Uganda
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- 3Department of Psychiatry, Makerere University College of Health Sciences, Kampala, Uganda
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- 4Department of Pharmacology and Therapeutics, Mbarara University of Science and Technology, Mbarara, Uganda
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- Department of Medical Education, California University of Science and Medicine, San Bernardino, CA USA.,6Mbarara University of Science and Technology, Mbarara, Uganda
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- 7Department of Pharmacology and Therapeutics and Vice Chancellor, Mbarara University of Science and Technology, Mbarara, Uganda
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Wakida EK, Talib ZM, Akena D, Okello ES, Kinengyere A, Mindra A, Obua C. Barriers and facilitators to the integration of mental health services into primary health care: a systematic review. Syst Rev 2018; 7:211. [PMID: 30486900 PMCID: PMC6264616 DOI: 10.1186/s13643-018-0882-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 76] [Impact Index Per Article: 12.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/13/2018] [Accepted: 11/12/2018] [Indexed: 11/23/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND The objective of the review was to synthesize evidence of barriers and facilitators to the integration of mental health services into PHC from existing literature. The structure of the review was guided by the SPIDER framework which involves the following: Sample or population of interest-primary care providers (PCPs); Phenomenon of Interest-integration of mental health services into primary health care (PHC); Design-influenced robustness and analysis of the study; Evaluation-outcomes included subjective outcomes (views and attitudes); and Research type-qualitative, quantitative, and mixed methods studies. METHODS Studies that described mental health integration in PHC settings, involved primary care providers, and presented barriers/facilitators of mental health integration into PHC were included in the review. The sources of information included PubMed, PsycINFO, Cochrane Central Register of Controlled trials, the WHO website, and OpenGrey. Assessment of bias and quality was done using two separate tools: the Critical Appraisal Skills Program (CASP) qualitative checklist and the Effective Public Health Practice Project Quality Assessment Tool for Quantitative Studies. RESULTS Twenty studies met the inclusion criteria out of the 3353 search results. The most frequently reported barriers to integration of mental health services into PHC were (i) attitudes regarding program acceptability, appropriateness, and credibility; (ii) knowledge and skills; (iii) motivation to change; (iv) management and/or leadership; and (v) financial resources. In order to come up with an actionable approach to addressing the barriers, these factors were further analyzed along a behavior change theory. DISCUSSION We have shown that the integration of mental health services into PHC has been carried out by various countries. The analysis from this review provides evidence to inform policy on the existing barriers and facilitators to the implementation of the mental health integration policy option. Not all databases may have been exhausted. SYSTEMATIC REVIEW REGISTRATION PROSPERO 2016 (Registration Number: CRD42016052000 ) and published in BMC Systematic Reviews August 2017.
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- Edith K. Wakida
- Department of Psychiatry, Mbarara University of Science and Technology, Mbarara, Uganda
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- Department of Medical Education, California University of Science and Medicine, California, USA
- Mbarara University of Science and Technology, Mbarara, Uganda
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- Africa Center for Systematic Reviews and Knowledge Translation, College of Health Sciences Makerere University, Kampala, Uganda
- Department of Psychiatry, Makerere University, Kampala, Uganda
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- Department of Psychiatry, Makerere University, Kampala, Uganda
- Library, Africa Center for Systematic Reviews and Knowledge Translation, College of Health Sciences, Makerere University, Kampala, Uganda
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- Office of Research Administration, Mbarara University of Science and Technology, Mbarara, Uganda
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- Department of Pharmacology and Therapeutics, Mbarara University of Science and Technology, Mbarara, Uganda
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Barriers and facilitators to the integration of mental health services into primary healthcare: a qualitative study among Ugandan primary care providers using the COM-B framework. BMC Health Serv Res 2018; 18:890. [PMID: 30477492 PMCID: PMC6258411 DOI: 10.1186/s12913-018-3684-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 32] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/10/2018] [Accepted: 11/05/2018] [Indexed: 12/20/2022] Open
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Background Uptake of clinical guideline recommendations into routine practice requires changes in attitudes and behaviors of the health care providers. The World Health Organization (WHO) has heavily invested in public health and health promotion globally by developing policy recommendations to guide clinical practice; however, clinical guidelines are often not applied. The success of the implementation of any guidelines depends on consideration of existing barriers and adequately addressing them. Therefore, exploring the context specific barriers and facilitators affecting the primary care providers (PCPs) in Mbarara district, Uganda may provide a practical way of addressing the identified barriers thus influence the PCPs action towards integration of mental healthcare services into PHC. Methods We adopted a theoretical model of behavior change; Capability, Opportunity and Motivation developed to understand behavior (COM-B). This was a cross-sectional study which involved using a semi-structured qualitative interview guide to conduct in-depth interviews with PCP’s (clinical officers, nurses and midwives). Results Capability - inadequacy in knowledge about mental disorders; more comfortable managing patients with a mental problem diagnosis than making a new one; knowledge about mental health was gained during pre-service training; no senior cadre to consultations in mental health; and burdensome to consult the Uganda Clinical Guidelines (UCG). Opportunity - limited supply of hard copies of the UCG; guidelines not practical for local setting; did not regularly deal with clients having mental illness to foster routine usage of the UCG; no sensitization about the UCG to the intended users; and no cues at the health centers to remind the PCPs to use UCG. Motivation - did not feel self-reliant; not seen the UCG at their health facilities; lack of trained mental health specialists; conflicting priorities; and no regulatory measures to encourage screening for mental health. Conclusions Efforts to achieve successful integration of mental health services into PHC need to fit in the context of the implementers; thus the need to adapt the UCG into local context, have cues to enforce implementation, and optimize the available expertize (mental healthcare providers) in the process. Electronic supplementary material The online version of this article (10.1186/s12913-018-3684-7) contains supplementary material, which is available to authorized users.
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The internationally present perpetual policy themes inhibiting development of the nurse practitioner role in the primary care context: An Australian–USA comparison. Collegian 2017. [DOI: 10.1016/j.colegn.2016.05.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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Rogers ES, Maru M, Kash-MacDonald M, Archer-Williams M, Hashemi L, Boardman J. A Randomized Clinical Trial Investigating the Effect of a Healthcare Access Model for Individuals with Severe Psychiatric Disabilities. Community Ment Health J 2016; 52:667-74. [PMID: 27137507 DOI: 10.1007/s10597-016-0009-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/10/2015] [Accepted: 04/07/2016] [Indexed: 11/24/2022]
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We conducted a randomized trial to examine a model for integrating primary care into a community mental health setting. Two hundred individuals were recruited and randomly assigned to receive primary care delivered by a nurse practitioner (n = 94) or services-as-usual (n = 106), assessed on health and mental health outcomes, and followed for 12 months. Intent-to-Treat and exposure analyses were conducted and suggest that participants who engaged with the nurse practitioner experienced gains in perceptions of primary care quality. Health benefits accrued for individuals having receiving nurse practitioner services in a mental health setting to address primary care needs.
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- E Sally Rogers
- Center for Psychiatric Rehabilitation, Boston University, 940 Commonwealth Ave, West, Boston, MA, USA.
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- Center for Psychiatric Rehabilitation, Boston University, 940 Commonwealth Ave, West, Boston, MA, USA.,Boston University School of Social Work, Boston, MA, USA
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- Center for Psychiatric Rehabilitation, Boston University, 940 Commonwealth Ave, West, Boston, MA, USA.,Institute of Child Health, University College London (UCL), London, England
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- Center for Psychiatric Rehabilitation, Boston University, 940 Commonwealth Ave, West, Boston, MA, USA.,Sharp HealthCare, San Diego, CA, USA
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- Center for Psychiatric Rehabilitation, Boston University, 940 Commonwealth Ave, West, Boston, MA, USA.,Genzyme, Sanofi, Boston, MA, USA
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- Northeast Health Systems/Health and Education Services, Inc., Beverly, MA, USA.,Salem State University, Salem, MA, USA
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Knight M, Bolton P, Coakley C, Kopeski L, Slifka K. Nursing Care for Lifestyle Behavioral Change. Issues Ment Health Nurs 2015; 36:464-73. [PMID: 26241573 DOI: 10.3109/01612840.2014.997845] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/13/2022]
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The purpose of this pilot study was to determine if metabolic risk factors can be stabilized or improved with weekly motivational interviewing/coaching and medical follow-up care focused on lifestyle behavioral change in individuals with serious mental illness. Individuals were followed for 18 weeks following discharge from an inpatient psychiatric service. All individuals were prescribed an antipsychotic medication and had at least two risk factors for metabolic syndrome. Weight, waist circumference, blood pressure, LDLs, triglycerides, and blood glucose levels were evaluated during the study period. In addition, each individual selected a lifestyle behavior to improve over the 18-week period. Weekly motivational interviewing, and staggered health promotion appointments were designed to keep individuals focused on health and behavior change. While some individuals showed improvement, others showed deterioration in the physiological markers for metabolic syndrome. Only a small number completed the 18-week study. The nature of current psychiatric care is focused on rapid stabilization and discharge; individuals with serious mental illness may have difficulty focusing on lifestyle behavioral change while transitioning to independent living following an acute exacerbation of mental illness.
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- Margaret Knight
- University of Massachusetts Lowell , Nursing, Lowell, Massachusetts , USA
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Happell B, Scott D, Platania-Phung C. Perceptions of barriers to physical health care for people with serious mental illness: a review of the international literature. Issues Ment Health Nurs 2012; 33:752-61. [PMID: 23146009 DOI: 10.3109/01612840.2012.708099] [Citation(s) in RCA: 60] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/21/2022]
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Premature death and poorer access to quality care for physical health concerns is common for people diagnosed with serious mental illness (SMI). However, there is lack of clarity regarding the nature of barriers encountered at different points in the physical health care process, and the level of consistency of these barriers both among countries, and between consumers with SMI and health care staff. The current narrative review integrates views of consumers and health care staff on barriers to physical health care. It involved a search of CINAHL, Proquest, and Web of Science, for peer-reviewed papers published between 2005 and June 2012, for studies of perceptions of barriers to physical health care, published in English. Despite variations in health care systems among countries, there is agreement between consumers and health care staff that division between physical and mental health care and stigma of mental illness act as barriers to all phases of the physical health care process. This uniformity is grounds for international policy development (in general public health and within mental health nursing) for reforms that improve the physical health care, quality of life, and longevity of people with serious mental illness.
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- Brenda Happell
- Central Queensland University, School of Nursing and Midwifery, Rockhampton 4701, Australia.
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Tse J, Chow E, Sultana-Cordero R, Titus-Prescott M, Chiles R, Cleek A, Cleek E. Motivation-Based Interventions for Obesity in Serious Mental Illness. Psychiatr Ann 2011. [DOI: 10.3928/00485713-20110921-05] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/20/2022]
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Promoting integrated healthcare for people living with psychiatric disabilities: introduction to special issue. Psychiatr Rehabil J 2011; 34:273-6. [PMID: 21459742 DOI: 10.2975/34.4.2011.273.276] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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