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ArticleInternational journal of mental health systems2016

Service user and family member perspectives on services for mental health, substance use/addiction, and violence: a qualitative study of their goals, experiences and recommendations.

Rebecca Haskell, Kathryn Graham, Sharon Bernards, Andrea Flynn, Samantha Wells

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Article in International journal of mental health systems, 2016. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 15 papers.

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Rebecca HaskellSocial and Epidemiological Research Department, Centre for Addiction and Mental Health, 200-100 Collip Circle, London, ON N6G 4X8 Canada.
Kathryn GrahamSocial and Epidemiological Research Department, Centre for Addiction and Mental Health, 200-100 Collip Circle, London, ON N6G 4X8 Canada ; Department of Psychology, Western University, London, ON Canada ; Dalla Lana School of Public Health, University of Toronto, Toronto, ON Canada ; School of Psychology, Faculty of Health, Deakin University, Geelong, VIC Australia ; National Drug Research Institute, Curtin University, Perth, WA Australia.
Sharon BernardsSocial and Epidemiological Research Department, Centre for Addiction and Mental Health, 200-100 Collip Circle, London, ON N6G 4X8 Canada.
Andrea FlynnProvincial System Support Program, Centre for Addiction and Mental Health, London, ON Canada.
Samantha WellsSocial and Epidemiological Research Department, Centre for Addiction and Mental Health, 200-100 Collip Circle, London, ON N6G 4X8 Canada ; Dalla Lana School of Public Health, University of Toronto, Toronto, ON Canada ; School of Psychology, Faculty of Health, Deakin University, Geelong, VIC Australia ; Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, Western University, London, ON Canada.

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

backgroundMental health and substance use disorders (MSD) are significant public health concerns that often co-occur with violence. To improve services that address MSD and violence [MSD(V)], it is critical to understand the perspectives of those most affected, people who have sought help for MSD(V) (i.e., "service users"), especially those with co-occurring issues, as well as their family members.

methodsWe conducted structured interviews with 73 service users and 41 family members of service users in two Ontario communities (one urban, one rural) regarding their goals related to help-seeking, positive and negative experiences, and recommendations for improving systems of care.

resultsOverall, participants expressed a need for services that: (1) are respectful, nonjudgmental, and supportive, help service users to feel more 'normal' and include education to reduce stigma; (2) are accessible, varied and publicly funded, thereby meeting individual needs and addressing equity concerns at a systems level; and (3) are coordinated, holistic and inclusive of family members who often support service users.

conclusionsThe findings provide a rich understanding of how service users and their families perceive services for MSD(V) issues and identify key ways to better meet their needs.

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CaregiversFamiliesIndividuals who use servicesInterviewsMental healthQualitativeSubstance use/addictionViolence

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PMID26900398
PMCPMC4761172

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