Involving the public in mental health and learning disability research: Can we, should we, do we?

This study explored the attitude of researchers working in mental health and learning disability services in the UK towards PPI in health research. MethodUsing a qualitative methodology, semi‐structured interviews were conducted with a purposive sample of eight researchers. A framework approach was used in the analysis to generate themes and core concepts. ResultsParticipants valued the perspective PPI could bring to research, but frustration with tokenistic approaches to involvement work was also evident. Some cultural and attitudinal barriers to integrating PPI across the whole research process were identified. DiscussionDespite clear guidelines and established service user involvement, challenges still exist in the integration of PPI in mental health and learning disability research in the UK.This article is protected by copyright. All rights reserved.
Source: Journal of Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing - Category: Nursing Authors: Tags: Original Article Source Type: research