Recovering from mental health problems: Perceived positive and negative effects of medication on reconnecting with life

2010 ◽  
Vol 57 (6) ◽  
pp. 610-618 ◽  
Author(s):  
Yulia Kartalova-O’Doherty ◽  
Donna Tedstone Doherty
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Grounded Theory ◽  
Clinical Practice ◽  
Mental Health Problems ◽  
Health Problems ◽  
Mental Health Recovery ◽  
Negative Effects ◽  
Grounded Theory Study

Background: At present there is no coherent theory of mental health recovery capable of guiding clinical practice. Materials: On the basis of 32 interviews with those recovering in Ireland, a grounded theory study generated a theory of recovery as reconnecting with life. This paper reports extended findings on the perceived roles of medication in recovery. Results: Medication combined with other strategies was viewed as both a facilitator and a barrier of reconnecting with life. Reduction and change of medication were reported as facilitating reconnection. Conclusions: Use of medication may need to be constantly revised to match self-perceived progress of reconnecting with life.

Reconnecting with life: a grounded theory study of mental health recovery in Ireland

2012 ◽  
Vol 21 (2) ◽  
pp. 135-143 ◽  
Author(s):  
YULIA KARTALOVA-O'DOHERTY ◽  
CHRIS STEVENSON ◽  
AGNES HIGGINS
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Grounded Theory ◽  
Mental Health Recovery ◽  
Grounded Theory Study

scholarly journals Lost in space - an exploration of help-seeking among young people with mental health problems: a constructivist grounded theory study

2020 ◽  
Vol 78 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Katrin Häggström Westberg ◽  
Jens M. Nygren ◽  
Maria Nyholm ◽  
Ing-Marie Carlsson ◽  
Petra Svedberg
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Grounded Theory ◽  
Young People ◽  
Support Services ◽  
Help Seeking ◽  
Mental Health Problems ◽  
Health Problems ◽  
Professional Support ◽  
Constructivist Grounded Theory ◽  
Health Concern

Abstract Background Mental health problems among young people is a worldwide public health concern. There has been an increase in mental health problems among young people in the Nordic countries in the last 25 years, particularly in Sweden. Despite this increase, international research has repeatedly shown that young people do not access or receive support when encountering mental health problems. The purpose of this study was to explore the process of help-seeking for professional support among young people with mental health problems. Methods The study used qualitative constructivist Grounded Theory and open-ended interviews. Thirteen young people between 15 and 23, recruited from two local support clinics, were interviewed. Results Lost in space emerged as the core category, capturing aspects of both the experience of self and mental health problems as well as the process of seeking and acquiring help from professional support systems. The study identified several prominent barriers for seeking and acquiring professional help for mental health problems. The young people expressed a lack of knowledge on mental health issues and support services and substantial efforts were made to try to cope with problems on one’s own. Lost in space involved Drifting - trying to make sense of own experiences and struggling to cope with problems, Navigating - searching for help through multiple attempts and contacts and Docking - finding support with something/somebody that feels right. Conclusions The theoretical model sheds light on how young people with mental health problems were met with fragmented support services. Society needs to provide encompassing, youth-friendly and flexible support services, so that attempts at help-seeking are not missed.

scholarly journals Mental health recovery for survivors of modern slavery: grounded theory study protocol

BMJ Open ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 10 (11) ◽  
pp. e038583
Author(s):  
Nicola Wright ◽  
Emina Hadziosmanovic ◽  
Minh Dang ◽  
Kevin Bales ◽  
Caroline Brookes ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Grounded Theory ◽  
Comparative Method ◽  
Sexual Exploitation ◽  
Epidemiological Studies ◽  
Mental Health Recovery ◽  
Grounded Theory Study ◽  
Modern Slavery ◽  
Health Need ◽  
The Uk

IntroductionSlavery and human trafficking are crimes involving the violation of human rights and refer to exploitative situations where an individual cannot refuse or leave due to threats, coercion or abuse of power. Activities involving slavery include forced labour exploitation, forced sexual exploitation, forced marriage and servitude. Epidemiological studies show high levels of mental health need and poor provision of appropriate support for survivors. What mental health recovery means to victims/survivors and how it could be promoted is under-researched.Methods and analysisA grounded theory study based on individual interviews will be undertaken. Survivors across the UK will be identified and recruited from non-governmental organisations and via social media. As per grounded theory methodology, data collection and analysis will be undertaken concurrently and recruitment will continue until theoretical saturation is reached. It is anticipated that approximately 30 participants will be recruited. Interviews will be audio recorded, transcribed verbatim and uploaded to NVivo V.11. The constant comparative method will be used to analyse the data, in order to produce a theoretical framework for mental health recovery that is grounded in the experiences of survivors.Ethics and disseminationEthical approval has been obtained from the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences Ethics Committee at the University of Nottingham. The findings of the study will be disseminated to academic, professional and survivor-based audiences to inform future policy developments and the provision of mental health recovery support to this population.

Does Compressing High School Duration Affect Students’ Stress and Mental Health? Evidence from the National Educational Panel Study

2018 ◽  
Vol 238 (5) ◽  
pp. 441-476 ◽  
Author(s):  
Johanna Sophie Quis
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Mental Health Problems ◽  
Panel Study ◽  
Health Problems ◽  
Negative Effects ◽  
German State ◽  
Instruction Time ◽  
Academic Track ◽  
School Duration ◽  
Using Data

Abstract Starting in 2004/2005, the German state Baden-Wurttemberg reduced academic track duration from nine to eight years, leaving cumulative instruction time mostly unchanged. I use this change in schooling policy to identify the effect of increased schooling intensity on students’ internalizing mental health problems and perceived stress. Using data on 2306 students from the Additional Study Baden-Wurttemberg of the National Educational Panel Study (NEPS), estimates show strong negative effects on internalizing mental health problems for girls and an increase in stress for both genders.

scholarly journals Theological Reflection on Suffering: Overcoming Anxiety and Depression during the COVID-19 Pandemic

2021 ◽  
Vol 78 (1) ◽  
pp. 8-12
Author(s):  
Dalmacito A. Cordero
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Personal Experience ◽  
Mental Health Problems ◽  
Health Problems ◽  
Theological Reflection ◽  
Mental Health Recovery ◽  
Anxiety And Depression ◽  
Human Suffering ◽  
Theological Concept

The COVID-19 pandemic can cause mental health problems such as anxiety and depression which can be considered as forms of human suffering. This article explores the theological concept of suffering as reflected specifically in John Paul II’s apostolic letter Salvifici Doloris. Two significant themes emerged from the document which highlights suffering—part of humanity’s transcendence and that it is beneficial for the sufferer. Utilizing the personal experience of the author as the main source of data, overcoming suffering can be attained using the same themes. These themes are then translated and applied into a concrete plan of action which are actualized regularly, namely: acceptance, regular conversation with loved ones, and meditation. Habitual practice of such actions contributed greatly to the mental health recovery from such a crisis.

Measuring Recovery in Parents Experiencing Mental Health Problems

2019 ◽  
Vol 25 (2) ◽  
pp. 219-259
Author(s):  
Emma Thompson ◽  
Jade Sheen ◽  
Darryl Maybery
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Mental Health Problems ◽  
Health Problems ◽  
Life Domain ◽  
Mental Health Recovery ◽  
Personal Recovery ◽  
Recovery Orientation ◽  
Parenting Role ◽  
Promote Mental Health

Parenting is a fundamental life domain with increasing evidence suggesting the parenting role has the capacity to inform and promote mental health recovery. Two reviews examined the current tools available to assess parenting in the context of recovery. Review one identified 35 quantitative measures of parenting used in interventions for parents with mental health problems. None of these measures appeared to consider parenting from a recovery orientation. Review two identified 25 measures of personal recovery; however, none appeared to consider the parenting role. Despite the fundamental life role of parenting, our ability to measure these constructs appears limited. Further research is warranted into the development of a measure of recovery that considers the parenting role.

scholarly journals Parental Involvement: A Grounded Theory of the Role of Parents in Adolescent Help Seeking for Mental Health Problems

SAGE Open ◽  
2018 ◽  
Vol 8 (4) ◽  
pp. 215824401880778 ◽  
Author(s):  
Alexander Hassett ◽  
Charis Green ◽  
Toby Zundel
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Grounded Theory ◽  
Parental Involvement ◽  
Help Seeking ◽  
Mental Health Problems ◽  
Health Problems ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Semistructured Interviews ◽  
High Prevalence ◽  
Role Of Parents

There is a high prevalence of mental health problems within adolescent populations, but they are unlikely to seek help. Adults, including parents, are important within this help-seeking process. The study, therefore, is aimed to develop a theory of the influence of parents upon adolescent help seeking. Eighteen semistructured interviews were conducted with adolescents, their parents, and clinicians working within child and adolescent mental health services (CAMHS). A grounded theory analysis allowed for the in-depth exploration of participants’ experiences. A model was developed identifying help seeking as a family journey. Parents were highly influential, and parents who were able to be more available to their adolescents tended to be more involved in the help-seeking process. Other adults were utilized within the help-seeking process. Once adolescents were engaged with the help-seeking process, they were often able to then seek further help independently. The findings suggest that consideration should be given to making services accessible to adolescents. CAMH services should explore ways with adolescents to give control over parental involvement, and ways with parents to develop availability. Future research should consider the experiences of older and younger adolescents separately, and the transition into adult services.

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