Pub Date : 2023-11-07DOI: 10.1108/mhsi-09-2023-0099
John McEwan McManus, Styliani Gkika, Elaine Swift
Purpose Hearing voices can be a debilitating and traumatic experience, and psychiatric hospitals can feel unsafe and overstimulating to voice hearers. Research suggests this may prolong a service user’s admission time and lead to an unhelpful experience. Therefore, a hearing voices group (HVG) was developed to create a safe space where voice hearers could share their story with others with lived experience and access support. Design/methodology/approach The group was developed by the first author under the supervision of the inpatient psychology lead. Both a practice-based and expert by experience-based approach were considered during the development of the group structure. The group also aligned with the Hearing Voices Network and the Trust’s values. A questionnaire was developed to evaluate the effectiveness of the group using six five-point Likert scale questions and three open questions to collect the data, which was then analysed. Findings The themes from the qualitative data showed that staff and ward-based promotion of the group were paramount to ensuring patient engagement. The results also showed that voice hearers found the group therapeutic, and some found the coping skills shared to be beneficial and effective. Research limitations/implications A large percentage of women (76%) reported that they had attended a HVG before. This was not the case for service users from the male unit and psychiatric intensive care unit. This result is considered to reflect the fact that women in that unit had the opportunity to attend more than once during their admission, rather than that they had accessed these groups in other settings or in the community. Therefore, in the future, it would be useful to change this question to “have you attended any other HVGs in the past, prior to this admission?”, which might be more appropriate for data collection. Originality/value To the best of the authors’ knowledge, this is the original work of the first author, who is an expert by experience and an assistant psychologist. The results suggest that HVGs can be beneficial for patients in acute and intensive mental health care and highlight some necessary adaptations and the importance of adopting an MDT approach in promoting therapeutic groups.
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Pub Date : 2023-11-06DOI: 10.1108/mhsi-09-2023-0092
Christine Nya-Ling Tan, Muhammad Ashraf Fauzi
Purpose This study aims to conduct a complete bibliometric analysis of published research to develop a solid roadmap for future research into developing young adults’ mental health and resilience and to further the body of knowledge and scientific advancement in this area. Design/methodology/approach A literature search using VOSviewer, through Web of Science, was conducted to identify young adult mental health and resilience studies. A total of 226 studies were identified between 1993 and the end of June 2022, as the number of published studies increased. Extracted data included citation, co-citation, keyword and co-word analyses. Findings This study evaluates the current knowledge structure of young adult mental health and resilience through co-citation analysis and discovers the directions and trends of popular topics in young adult mental health and resilience through co-word analysis. It suggests that legislators and physicians should aim to provide social support via screening and interventions, especially for young adults struggling with disruption in their social lives. Originality/value Using a bibliometric approach, the findings provide a robust roadmap for further investigation into young adult mental health and resilience evolution. This method will further advance the knowledge and progress of this field, as this research is the first attempt at doing so – to the best of the authors’ knowledge.
目的本研究旨在对已发表的研究进行完整的文献计量分析，为未来发展青少年心理健康和心理弹性的研究制定一个坚实的路线图，并进一步促进这一领域的知识体系和科学进步。设计/方法/方法通过Web of Science使用VOSviewer进行文献检索，以确定年轻人心理健康和恢复力的研究。随着发表的研究数量的增加，从1993年到2022年6月底，共确定了226项研究。提取的数据包括引文、共被引、关键词和共用词分析。结果本研究通过共引分析评估了目前青少年心理健康与心理弹性的知识结构，并通过共词分析发现了青少年心理健康与心理弹性的热门话题方向和趋势。它建议立法者和医生应该致力于通过筛查和干预来提供社会支持，特别是对那些在社会生活中挣扎的年轻人。独创性/价值使用文献计量学方法，研究结果为进一步研究年轻人心理健康和弹性进化提供了强有力的路线图。这种方法将进一步推动这一领域的知识和进展，因为本研究是在这方面的第一次尝试——据作者所知。
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Pub Date : 2023-10-26DOI: 10.1108/mhsi-10-2023-0105
Robyn Clegg-Gibson, Robert Hurst
Purpose The purpose of this paper is to share Robyn Clegg-Gibson’s story. Design/methodology/approach Robyn wrote a biography of her experiences. Robert then asked a series of questions from the perspective of a mental health academic researcher. Findings Robyn shared stories from her life, and how her experiences have shaped her life and herself. Research limitations/implications Narratives such as this give us an overview of only a single person’s experiences. However, they allow the person with lived experience to explore their story in depth. Practical implications What Robyn has written is very emotional. Her story will give readers an insight into her life and experiences. Social implications There is so much to learn from a story like Robyn’s. In particular, from her experiences of police processes after a crime. Originality/value To the best of the authors’ knowledge, this is the first time that Robyn has chosen to publish her unique story in the written form. The value of Robyn sharing her story is apparent upon reading it.
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Pub Date : 2023-10-24DOI: 10.1108/mhsi-09-2023-0097
Barrie Green, Jake Stanworth
Purpose This paper aims to critically compare the impact and preparedness for practice of two types of mental health nurse training in the UK. One being a hospital-based apprenticeship model from the 1980s; the other a university-based and more academically focussed approach from this millennium. Design/methodology/approach This autoethnographic reflective commentary describes and reviews the effectiveness of two training curricula for Registered Mental Nurse (RMN) training. The first being the certificate-level 1983 syllabus of the UK Central Council for Nursing, Midwifery and Health Visiting, which was replaced in the late 1990s by diploma and degree-level Project 2000 training of the General Nursing Council. Using a reflective narrative approach to describe the lived experience of two qualified nurses, it compares, reviews and critiques both initiatives. Findings The author/researchers found both benefits and negatives inherent in each model. These were grouped into five key headings, which are a sense of belonging/identity; exposure to clinical practice; differences in training modality; development of clinical management skills and clinical preparedness; and academic merit. The older curriculum lacked an academic or research base, whereas the more recent approach encouraged and enhanced this element. However, with regard to preparing the clinician/registered nurse to feel confident in addressing a range of clinical and managerial challenges, the older style training seems to deliver better outcomes. They conclude that a move towards a “middle ground” between the two models may be of benefit to future RMN preparation. Research limitations/implications This study reports on the experience of two registered nurses. Therefore, the sample size is small. However, autoethnography is acknowledged as an effective means of delivering qualitative research; in addition, the authors access and use material from the wider literature to triangulate and critique their approach. This paper adds to the literature but also allows for duplication by others to further test the findings. Practical implications This type of study provides an opportunity for others to review, compare and contrast nursing or other multi-discipline changes in training/curriculum. The research method is one that is transferable and can be used within areas of practice, which have resource limitations. It provides an opportunity to replicate it in other services or jurisdictions. Social implications Nursing in the UK has experienced significant change over the past four decades. For RMNs, the move from hospitals into the community has been transformational. In addition, the influence of higher academic standards and the influence of the recent pandemic have challenged the profession and individuals within it. This study demonstrates positive and negative elements of the dilemma faced by nurses and offers a further contribution to this area. Originality/value There are a number of acade
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Pub Date : 2023-10-20DOI: 10.1108/mhsi-09-2023-0103
Patrick Hopkinson, Mats Niklasson, Peter Bryngelsson, Andrew Voyce, Jerome Carson
Purpose The purpose of this paper is to provide an analysis of the life of the musician Brian Wilson from five different perspectives. Design/methodology/approach The authors used a mixed method of collaborative autoethnography, psychobiography and digital team ethnography to try and better understand the life and contributions of Brian Wilson. Findings Each of the five contributors provides different insights into the life and music of Brian Wilson. Research limitations/implications While the focus of this paper is on a single individual, a case study, the long and distinguished life of Brian Wilson provides much material for discussion and theorising. Practical implications Each individual presenting to mental health services has a complex biography. The five different contributions articulated in this paper could perhaps be taken as similar to the range of professional opinions seen in mental health teams, with each focusing on unique but overlapping aspects of the person’s story. Social implications This account shows the importance of taking a biological-psychological-social-spiritual and cultural perspective on mental illness. Originality/value This multi-layered analysis brings a range of perspectives to bear on the life and achievements of Brian Wilson, from developmental, musical, psychological and lived experience standpoints.
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Pub Date : 2023-10-18DOI: 10.1108/mhsi-09-2023-0098
David Chun Yin Li
Purpose This paper aims to provide strategies for individuals with limited work capacity (LWC) to build workplace friendships and foster inclusion, which can benefit their mental health. Design/methodology/approach The paper integrates key theories such as social exchange theory and the similarity-attraction paradigm to analyze the dynamics of relationships. Practical tips grounded in the existing literature are outlined. Findings Effective communication, building trust, showing mutual respect and discovering common interests can facilitate friendship development for employees with LWC. Supportive organizational policies and culture are also critical. Social implications By building workplace bonds and inclusion, individuals with LWC may experience greater social support, more engagement and better mental well-being. This also helps to diminish stigma and marginalization. Originality/value This viewpoint provides practical guidance specifically designed for individuals with Limited Work Capacity (LWC) to overcome workplace obstacles and build social relationships. It addresses an existing gap in the interpersonal facets of disability inclusion.
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Pub Date : 2023-10-09DOI: 10.1108/mhsi-08-2023-0090
Madison Harding-White, Dara Mojtahedi, Jerome Carson
Purpose This paper aims to explore current inconsistencies within the theoretical framework of current posttraumatic growth (PTG) literature in support of the suggestion for an alternative novel phenomenon labelled “post-adversarial appreciation”. Design/methodology/approach This re-conceptualisation has developed from the findings of empirical research conducted by the authors and their understanding of PTG. Findings Significant inconsistencies persist across the PTG literature in relation to the parameters required for PTG to manifest. It appears that PTG or an alternative concept labelled adversarial growth does take place following adverse/traumatic events, but that a separate phenomenon may better explain positive improvements in perceived personal appreciation during such events. This phenomenon is theorised by the authors as “post-adversarial appreciation”. Originality/value This paper suggests the existence of a novel phenomenon that may address many of the inconsistencies and present within the current PTG literature. This highlights a significant need for further research within the field of trauma and adversity in relation to positive outcomes which may result from such negative experiences.
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Pub Date : 2023-09-26DOI: 10.1108/mhsi-08-2023-0086
Sumant Kumar, Avanish Bhai Patel
Purpose COVID-19 lockdown imposed by the government in India affected markets, factories, industries, construction sites, restaurants, transport services, etc. in which migrant workers were engaged. Migrant workers expected that after the imposition of the lockdown government will facilitate transportation facilities to their hometowns as they lost their jobs. But due to negligence from both the central and the state governments, neither transportation was arranged nor food, shelter or health facilities were arranged. This paper aims to investigate the causes of the death of migrant workers under the theoretical framework of negligence theory. Design/methodology/approach The authors have applied the content analysis method and collected 926 death cases of migrant workers from 28 Indian states. The researchers applied this technique as the newspapers in India are one of the largest and most useful sources to generate a report/record on migrant workers causes during the COVID-19 lockdown. During the lockdown period, due to lack of attention from the government, police atrocities, hunger and accidental cases increased which resulted in the death of migrant workers. Findings The finding of the study proves that during the first phase of COVID-19 lockdown the death cases of migrant workers increased due to negligence by the governments. The number of death cases of migrant workers has been analysed through applying negligence theory which included duty, breach, cause, in fact, proximate cause and harm which increased the death cases. It has been noticed that the central government without any prior notice-imposed lockdown all over India, in which all the states were not received any guidelines or communication which indicate what they have to do or how to handle the Covid-19 situation. Originality/value To the best of the authors’ knowledge, this is an original work of researchers which is basically based on negligence theory.
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Pub Date : 2023-09-19DOI: 10.1108/mhsi-03-2023-0028
Tuija Viking, Julie Repper
Purpose In mental health care the peer support workers (PSWs) are, by their experience based expertise, supporting the recovery of people using services and have also been shown to stimulate interprofessional learning (IPL) but which, due to hierarchical teams, is challenged. Therefore, to prepare the teams for IPL that includes PSWs, this study aims to suggest an interprofessional education (IPE) for mental health professions and PSWs. What would such an education look like? Design/methodology/approach The base, in the development of the IPE, is two earlier studies of teams’ inclusion of PSWs and the IPL. Findings The present study suggests Knowledge base 1 with three categories: different roles, expertise and perspectives, and Knowledge base 2 with two categories: teamwork and IPL. The conclusion is that such online IPE offers a readiness for mental health professions and PSWs, in teamwork, to exchange their different expertise to facilitate IPL. This is important to improve the quality of mental health services. Research limitations/implications One limitation is that the empirical study, this paper is based on, is a small-scaled study. Nevertheless, the main results from this study and the other were considered useful as a ground for the development of the IPE. Originality/value By suggesting an IPE for mental health professions and PSWs, this paper adds to the literature on peer support as well as IPL.
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Pub Date : 2023-09-14DOI: 10.1108/mhsi-08-2023-0089
Agata Debowska, Daniel Boduszek, Christine Fray-Aiken, Eric Awich Ochen, Karyl T. Powell-Booth, Esther Nanfuka Kalule, Roxanne Harvey, Florence Turyomurugyendo, Kenisha Nelson, Dominic Willmott, Samantha Mason
Purpose Few studies assess how child abuse and neglect (CAN) affects adolescents’ mental health. Further, the majority of studies conducted to date discount the individual CAN items and report overall prevalence rates for different types of abuse and neglect. The purpose of this study was to examine the levels of and gender differences in CAN subtypes, lifetime prevalence of individual CAN items and the contribution of different CAN subtypes for explaining depression, anxiety and irritability. Design/methodology/approach The sample included Jamaican ( n = 7,182, 60.8% female) and Ugandan ( n = 11,518, 52.4% female) youths. The authors used a population-based cross-sectional study design. Youths completed an anonymous survey in school settings. Findings The authors found gender differences in the levels of CAN subtypes. Maltreatment behaviors of lesser severity were more commonly endorsed by the youths than those of greater severity. Neglect and emotional abuse were the strongest correlates of depression (e.g. neglect: ß = 0.23, among Jamaican youths; emotional abuse outside-the-home: ß = 0.23, among Ugandan girls), anxiety (e.g. neglect: ß = 0.17, among Ugandan girls; emotional abuse outside-the-home: ß = 0.27, among Ugandan girls) and irritability (e.g. emotional abuse in-the-home: ß = 0.17, among Jamaican boys; emotional abuse outside-the-home: ß = 0.17, among Ugandan girls) in most samples. Originality/value These findings will inform policymakers and professionals working with youths in Jamaica and Uganda, providing comprehensive contemporary insights beyond existing research in these regions.
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