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“Driving to the edge of the cliff”: Transgender mental health
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Source: Journal of Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing - May 19, 2017 Category: Nursing Authors: R. Ashmore, E. Collier Tags: EDITORIAL Source Type: research

How people who self ‐harm negotiate the inpatient environment: the mental healthcare workers perspective
Accessible summary What is known about the subject? Self‐harm plays a function, commonly in the form of distress management. There has been little focussed exploration of how individuals who use self‐harm to manage distress cope when prevented from self‐harm in an inpatient environment and how staff respond to this issue. What this paper adds to existing knowledge This paper uses the experiences of mental health staff to add to the existing knowledge that self‐harm has a functional role and supports the notion that interventions for self‐harm should focus on the origins of distress. It describes the potentia...
Source: Journal of Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing - May 19, 2017 Category: Nursing Authors: J. B. Thomas, C. O. Haslam Tags: Original Article Source Type: research

The importance of relationship: Care planning and care coordination in mental health
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Source: Journal of Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing - May 10, 2017 Category: Nursing Authors: Alison Clare Faulkner Tags: Editorial Source Type: research

Editorial: Being a mental health nurse
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Source: Journal of Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing - May 10, 2017 Category: Nursing Authors: Jennifer Oates Tags: Editorial Source Type: research

Exploring the value of mental health nurses working in primary care in England: a qualitative study
ConclusionThis study suggests that the PCLN service can improve the quality of care and is generally highly valued by its professional stakeholders. The study identifies particularly valued elements of the service, including having a duty worker, as well as aspects which could be improved, such as referral criteria.This article is protected by copyright. All rights reserved. (Source: Journal of Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing)
Source: Journal of Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing - May 1, 2017 Category: Nursing Authors: Kristina McLeod, Alan Simpson Tags: Original Article Source Type: research

Not sick enough: Experiences of carers of people with mental illness negotiating care for their relatives with mental health services
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Source: Journal of Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing - May 1, 2017 Category: Nursing Authors: Michael Olasoji, Phil Maude, Kay McCauley Tags: Original Article Source Type: research

The implementation of the Care Programme Approach for service users with a learning disability. Building Bridges to the same Old Horizons?
This study aimed to explore the factors shaping the recent implementation of the CPA for service users with a dual diagnosis. MethodA single case study approach was undertaken. Data were collected through interview (n=26), documentary analysis (n=64), steering group observation (n=3) and the Partnership Assessment Tool (n=26). Data were analyzed using the Framework Approach. ResultsThe CPA was only effectively implemented for people who were deemed to present with a high level of risk. DiscussionThe problems associated with implementation in the 1990s continue more recently for those with a dual diagnosis. The CPA has beco...
Source: Journal of Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing - May 1, 2017 Category: Nursing Authors: Michael Kelly Tags: Original Article Source Type: research

Mental Health Literacy in Korean Older Adults: A Cross ‐Sectional Survey
This study examines the level of mental health literacy among Korean older adults, and identifies factors associated with their mental health literacy. MethodA cross‐sectional survey was conducted with 596 community dwelling Korean adults aged 65 and older. Andersen's Behavioral Model of Health Services Use framed the study. ResultsOverall, participants displayed low levels of mental health literacy. They had difficulty recognizing their mental health issues and had limited knowledge about self‐help strategies. Mental health literacy was positively associated with education, social support, social network, and health s...
Source: Journal of Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing - May 1, 2017 Category: Nursing Authors: Young Sun Kim, Hee Yun Lee, Mi Hwa Lee, Tina Simms, Byung Hyun Park Tags: Original Article Source Type: research

Consumer and carer perspectives in the development of a mental health research, treatment, and teaching facility: A thematic analysis
This study sought consumer and carer perspectives addressing the establishment of a mental health research, treatment, and teaching facility in their region. MethodsTwo 2 hr focus groups were conducted, with separate groups held for mental health consumers (n = 9) and carers (n = 9) respectively. Discussions pertained to mental health literacy, gaps in current services, desires for an ideal facility (in terms of physical design and services offered), and what would help in recovery. ResultsInductive thematic analysis was used to generate three themes: care outside of consultations, carer involvement in recovery, and holist...
Source: Journal of Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing - April 28, 2017 Category: Nursing Authors: M Katsikitis, B R Lane, I Ozols, D Statham Tags: Original Article Source Type: research

Care planning and co ‐ordination: imperfect solutions in a complex world
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Source: Journal of Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing - April 24, 2017 Category: Nursing Authors: Michael Coffey, Ben Hannigan, Alan Simpson Tags: Editorial Source Type: research

Breaking down the stigma of mental health nursing: Qualitative study reflecting opinions from western Australian nurses
This study adds to international evidence and showcases unique insights from mental health nurses into why they chose a career in mental health whilst previously replicated research focused on why nurses chose to leave. Implications for practiceFindings suggest that before we can entice nurses to choose mental health there is urgency to reduce stigma related to the role. ‘Breaking down stigma’ will allow the role to become more visible and be represented in a more positive authentic manner. New findings in this paper will drive improvements of future nurse education, policy planning and recruitment design for the next ...
Source: Journal of Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing - April 20, 2017 Category: Nursing Authors: Carole A. Harrison, Yvonne Hauck, Rebekah Ashby Tags: Original Article Source Type: research

‘Driving to the edge of the cliff’: transgender mental health
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Source: Journal of Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing - April 19, 2017 Category: Nursing Authors: Russell Ashmore, Elizabeth Collier Tags: Editorial Source Type: research

Tokenistic or genuinely effective? Exploring the views of voluntary sector staff regarding the emerging peer support worker role in mental health
ConclusionSuccessful integration of the PSW requires careful consideration of the role, the workplace environment and the unique needs of the peer, in order to prevent the role becoming constrained and diluted. Implications for practiceThe PSW role may impact the traditional delivery of mental health nursing services. It is, therefore, essential that nurses are cognisant of these potential challenges to successfully facilitate the integration of PSWs in practice.This article is protected by copyright. All rights reserved. (Source: Journal of Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing)
Source: Journal of Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing - April 19, 2017 Category: Nursing Authors: Emma Kilpatrick, Sinead Keeney, Claire ‐Odile McCauley Tags: Original Article Source Type: research

Community mental health nurses' and compassion: an interpretative approach
Accessible summary What is known on the subject? The concept of compassion is well documented in the healthcare literature but has received limited attention in mental health nursing. What this paper adds to existing knowledge? Mental health nurses struggle with defining compassion. The study, with its limitations, brings greater clarity to the meaning of compassion for community mental health nurses and NHS organizations. Mental health nurses need time to reflect on their provision of compassionate care. What are the implications for practice? The study has shown that compassion is important for NHS healthcare manag...
Source: Journal of Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing - April 18, 2017 Category: Nursing Authors: K. Barron, R. Deery, G. Sloan Tags: Original Article Source Type: research

The psychometric properties of the 5 ‐item gratitude questionnaire in Chinese adolescents
ConclusionsThe Chinese version of the GQ‐5 appears to be a reliable and valid measure of gratitude among Chinese early adolescents. Early adolescent female students reported higher gratitude than early adolescent male students. (Source: Journal of Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing)
Source: Journal of Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing - April 18, 2017 Category: Nursing Authors: Y. Zeng, Y. Ling, E. S. Huebner, Y. He, X. Lei Tags: Original Article Source Type: research