Problematic substance use in two mental health NGOs, and staff, client and general public attitudes towards problematic substance use amongst people with mental illness

2012 ◽  
Vol 5 (4) ◽  
pp. 275-286
Author(s):  
Grenville Rose ◽  
Ivan Beale ◽  
John Malone ◽  
Judi Higgin ◽  
Melanie Whiticker ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Mental Illness ◽  
Substance Use ◽  
General Public ◽  
Public Attitudes ◽  
People With Mental Illness ◽  
Problematic Substance Use ◽  
Problematic Substance

A Review of Comorbidity: Major Mental Illness and Problematic Substance Use

1998 ◽  
Vol 32 (5) ◽  
pp. 707-717 ◽  
Author(s):  
Nandi Siegfried
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Mental Illness ◽  
Substance Use ◽  
Empirical Evaluation ◽  
Small Sample ◽  
Treatment Programs ◽  
Comorbid Condition ◽  
Problematic Substance Use ◽  
Problematic Substance ◽  
Drug And Alcohol

Objective: The aim of this paper is to critically review the literature on major mental illness and problematic substance use in order to provide clinicians and policymakers with evidence to support proposed directions for management of the above. Method: The available literature was accessed using computerised databases and manual searching. Results: The predominantly North American-based literature is largely descriptive. Those studies which attempt empirical evaluation are limited by methodological weaknesses which include small sample sizes, short follow-up periods, inadequate measurement of substance use, lack of experimental design, and treatment drift over time. However, there is consensus among most studies regarding prevalence rates and treatment. Conclusions: Problematic substance use is the most common comorbid condition among people with a major mental illness and is associated with poorer patient outcomes. There is evidence to suggest that the integration of mental health and drug and alcohol services will result in improved detection, assessment and management of comorbidity. Integration refers to the provision of comprehensive services by a single service with staff who are competent in both mental health and drug and alcohol skills. A tolerant, non-confrontational approach to substance use is most appropriate for people with a major mental illness. Treatment programs need to recognise the longitudinal nature of substance abuse and dependence. More research needs to be conducted in this field in order to establish guidelines for effective management.

Homelessness, Mental Health Afflictions, Problematic Substance Use, and Associated Criminality

2021 ◽  
pp. 258-287
Author(s):  
Jayesh D'Souza
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Substance Use ◽  
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged ◽  
Transformative Justice ◽  
Government Response ◽  
Substance Use Problems ◽  
Problematic Substance Use ◽  
Problematic Substance ◽  
Justice Model ◽  
Sheer Number

Homelessness and related community ailments have plagued society for a number of years, and governments have found it difficult to get these under control. The sheer number of homeless with mental health afflictions and problematic substance use problems leaves no doubt about the need for a stronger, more urgent government response. Community ailments such as these have led to increased crime rates and incarcerations and overcrowded prisons without a lasting solution in sight. This chapter uses the transformative justice model, with the expectation it produces better results than current models, by examining the source of homelessness, mental health afflictions, and problematic substance use and their bi-directional relationship with crime. This inter-jurisdictional study compares the current situations in the state of California and the province of Ontario, which have a high percent of homeless populations. It proves that special attention to vulnerable populations such as racialized groups, the socioeconomically disadvantaged, and youth is warranted.

Serious mental illness and problematic substance use

1996 ◽  
Vol 1 (4) ◽  
pp. 199-204 ◽  
Author(s):  
P. S. Clenaghan ◽  
A. Rosen ◽  
A. Colechin
Keyword(s):  
Mental Illness ◽  
Substance Use ◽  
Serious Mental Illness ◽  
Problematic Substance Use ◽  
Problematic Substance

scholarly journals T130. A SURVEY OF MENTAL HEALTH LITERACY USING THE INTERNET IN JAPAN

2020 ◽  
Vol 46 (Supplement_1) ◽  
pp. S279-S280
Author(s):  
Taiju Yamaguchi ◽  
Yoshiyo Oguchi ◽  
Yasutaka Ojio ◽  
Ryoichi Mori ◽  
Minako Oooka ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Mental Illness ◽  
Health Literacy ◽  
General Public ◽  
Large Scale ◽  
Mental Health Literacy ◽  
Mental Illnesses ◽  
The Internet ◽  
People With Mental Illness ◽  
Major Factors

Abstract Background Insufficient mental health literacy (MHL) of the general public is one of the major factors that prevent early intervention for mental illness. Insufficient MHL may exacerbate the stigma attached to people with mental illness. In Japan, there have been few large-scale surveys to determine the MHL level of the general public. Hence, we conducted a large-scale internet-based survey of 3000 citizens, to clarify the knowledge, attitudes and behaviors of the general public with respect to “prevention of and recovery from mental illness.” Methods We conducted a survey of 3000 citizens (aged 18 to 79 years, 1483 males and 1517 females) to determine their MHL level, using a questionnaire posted on the internet. The survey consisted of 22 questions about MHL, grouped into 8 categories. Results The results of our survey were as follows: Discussion It was found that in Japan, many citizens were aware of the importance of mental health, but that there was still a stigma attached to people with mental illness. In addition, they were found to be still poorly aware of representative mental illnesses, such as depression and schizophrenia. For improving these aspects, the MHL level of the general public needs to be further improved. In Japan, it has been pointed out that education on mental health is insufficient. However, education on mental health as a course on “prevention of and recovery from mental illness” is expected to be started in high schools in 2022. This would be expected to further improve the MHL level of the general public in the near future.

scholarly journals Attitudes towards psychiatric treatment and people with mental illness: changes over two decades

2013 ◽  
Vol 203 (2) ◽  
pp. 146-151 ◽  
Author(s):  
Matthias C. Angermeyer ◽  
Herbert Matschinger ◽  
Georg Schomerus
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Mental Illness ◽  
Mental Disorders ◽  
Alcohol Dependence ◽  
Mental Health Professionals ◽  
Mental Health Treatment ◽  
Help Seeking ◽  
Psychiatric Treatment ◽  
Public Attitudes ◽  
People With Mental Illness

BackgroundOver the past decades, psychiatry, as a science and a clinical discipline, has witnessed profound changes.AimsTo examine whether these changes are reflected in changes in the public's conceptualisation of mental disorders, the acceptance of mental health treatment and attitudes towards people with mental illness.MethodIn 1990 and 2011, population surveys were conducted in Germany on public attitudes about schizophrenia, depression and alcohol dependence.ResultsAlthough the public has become more inclined to endorse a biological causation of schizophrenia, the opposite trend was observed with the other two disorders. The public's readiness to recommend help-seeking from mental health professionals and using psychotherapy and psychotropic medication has increased considerably. Attitudes towards people with schizophrenia worsened, whereas for depression and alcohol dependence no or inconsistent changes were found.ConclusionsThe growing divide between attitudes towards schizophrenia and other mental disorders should be of particular concern to future anti-stigma campaigns.

Improving Services for People with a Psychotic Disorder and Problematic Substance Use: A Multifaceted Approach to Project Evaluation

2001 ◽  
Vol 35 (1) ◽  
pp. 118-123 ◽  
Author(s):  
Nandi Siegfried ◽  
Peter Sainsbury
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Substance Use ◽  
Health Service ◽  
Formative Evaluation ◽  
Second Phase ◽  
Clinical Services ◽  
Multifaceted Approach ◽  
Problematic Substance Use ◽  
Problematic Substance ◽  
Project Objectives

Objective: The objective of this study was to conduct a multifaceted formative evaluation of the Central Sydney Area Health Service (CSAHS) Psychosis and Substance Use Project. Method: Four evaluative methods were used: (i) description and interpretation of the Project's documented processes and outcomes; (ii) a benchmark comparison of the Project processes and outcomes against three of the 11 National Standards for Mental Health Services; (iii) a survey of the Project's key stakeholders; and (iv) interviews with 12 purposefully sampled key informants. Results: The Project achieved its aim to develop a strategy to improve services for people with comorbid psychosis and problematic substance use. Three of the five Project objectives were fully achieved: examination of current clinical services, development of a clinical services plan, and development of a staff education programme. The Project partially achieved two objectives: development of an information system, and a research agenda. The Project and CSAHS performed well when measured against three of the National Mental Health Standards. Project participants perceived the Project to have been successful and worth continuing, identified some shortcomings and made recommendations for the second phase. Conclusions: The participatory approach to the Project and the evaluation was successful. With some improvements the Project is worth continuing into a second phase. A multifaceted approach and qualitative research methods are useful for formative evaluation of health service programmes.

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