Imaging Journeys of Recovery and Learning: A Participatory Arts-Based Inquiry

2018 ◽  
Vol 29 (6) ◽  
pp. 833-845
Author(s):  
Briege Casey ◽  
Margaret Webb
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Personal Development ◽  
Visual Analysis ◽  
Self Esteem ◽  
Mental Health Recovery ◽  
Positive Effects ◽  
Mental Health Support ◽  
Health Support ◽  
Participatory Arts ◽  
The Relationship

The relationship between processes of mental health recovery and lifelong learning is an area of increasing international interest. Experiences of transformation, positive effects on self-esteem, self-insight, and empowerment have been identified regarding both endeavors. Recognition of these benefits has stimulated collaborative development of educational programs in personal development, self-efficacy, and recovery principles. The importance of evaluating this educational provision has been emphasized; however, there has been little detailed exploration of students’ experiences and perceptions of recovery and learning in the context of recovery education programs. In this article, we present a participatory arts-based inquiry with 14 women, including mental health service users, who undertook a recovery training program to support their roles as mental health support workers in Ireland. Participatory visual analysis revealed three recurring themes; the interrelatedness of learning and recovery journeys, knowledge as a source of stability and rescue and the need for resilience in learning and recovery.

Clubhouse Model and Its Impact on Psychiatric Hospitalization in Canada: A Cohort Study

2021 ◽  
pp. 1-16
Author(s):  
Matthew Joseph Russell ◽  
Natasha Lifeso ◽  
Jordan Fazio ◽  
Carley Piatt ◽  
Frank Kelton ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Cohort Study ◽  
Administrative Data ◽  
Psychiatric Hospitalization ◽  
Bipolar Disorders ◽  
Increased Risk ◽  
Clubhouse Model ◽  
Mental Health Support ◽  
Health Support ◽  
The Relationship

We investigated the relationship between membership in an accredited Clubhouse for mental health support and psychiatric hospitalization in Canada using linked administrative data. Results show that Clubhouse members were less likely to be hospitalized after enrollment and after longer-term enrollment, and younger members diagnosed with schizophrenia and/or bipolar disorders were at increased risk of hospitalization compared to older members without such diagnoses. These findings provide evidence of the possible benefits of Clubhouses in Canada and the characteristics of members who may benefit from support.

Mental Health Support Workers

2016 ◽  
pp. 200-221
Author(s):  
Julia L. Hennessy ◽  
Liz Smythe ◽  
Max Abbott ◽  
Frances A. Hughes
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
New Zealand ◽  
Educational Preparation ◽  
Mental Health Consumers ◽  
Mental Health Support ◽  
Health Support ◽  
Health Consumers ◽  
The Relationship ◽  
Community Based Services

This chapter provides the background for policy setting, educational preparation, and emergence of mental health support workers (MHSWs) in New Zealand and examines the work they do in mental health services. New Zealand formally introduced the MHSW role in the early 1990's to provide non-clinical services for mental health consumers or clients through either hospital or community-based services. The work MHSWs undertake and their relationship with other health professionals is discussed. Also discussed, is the relationship that MHSWs have with mental health consumers/clients and the attributes that the MHSW brings to the relationship. Consideration is given to the debate as to whether the role of the MHSW should be regulated, what it means to be considered a health professional, and the possibilities of expanding the scope of practice for MHSWs.

scholarly journals Perfectionism and Attitudes Toward Sport Psychology Support and Mental Health Support in Athletes

2021 ◽  
pp. 1-16
Author(s):  
Dean R. Watson ◽  
Andrew P. Hill ◽  
Daniel J. Madigan
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Sport Psychology ◽  
Help Seeking ◽  
Collegiate Athletes ◽  
Health Issues ◽  
Regression Analyses ◽  
Negative Attitudes ◽  
Mental Health Support ◽  
Health Support ◽  
The Relationship

Attitudes toward help-seeking will contribute to whether athletes ask for support for performance and mental health issues when needed. While research outside of sport has found perfectionism is related to negative attitudes toward help-seeking, no studies have examined the relationship in sport. The authors provided the first test of whether perfectionism predicted attitudes toward both sport psychology support and mental health support. One hundred and sixty-six collegiate athletes completed measures of perfectionism and attitudes toward sport psychology support and mental health support. Multiple regression analyses revealed that perfectionistic concerns positively predicted closedness and stigma toward sport psychology support and mental health support, and negatively predicted help-seeking toward mental health support. However, perfectionistic strivings negatively predicted stigma toward sport psychology support and mental health support, and positively predicted confidence in sport psychology support and help-seeking toward mental health support. Athletes higher in perfectionistic concerns are less likely to seek support when required.

Mental Health Support Groups, Stigma, and Self-Esteem: Positive and Negative Implications of Group Identification

2010 ◽  
Vol 66 (3) ◽  
pp. 553-569 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jason W. Crabtree ◽  
S. Alexander Haslam ◽  
Tom Postmes ◽  
Catherine Haslam
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Support Groups ◽  
Group Identification ◽  
Self Esteem ◽  
Mental Health Support ◽  
Health Support

scholarly journals Depressed, Low Self-Esteem: What Can Exercise Do For You?

2009 ◽  
Author(s):  
Eric Shamus ◽  
Gillian Cohen
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Physical Activity ◽  
Aerobic Exercise ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Self Esteem ◽  
Anaerobic Exercise ◽  
Moderate Intensity ◽  
Positive Effects ◽  
The Relationship ◽  
Aerobic And Anaerobic

The purpose of this paper is to review the current literature to examine the effects of various forms of physical activity upon mental health. A literature review was conducted to examine specific findings of the relationship between exercise (aerobic and anaerobic) and psychological well being. It was found that aerobic exercise performed at a moderate intensity produces significantly greater positive psychological outcomes than does either high intensity aerobic exercise or anaerobic exercise. Additionally, no specific differences were discovered between various methods of aerobic exercise as long as it is conducted for over 20 minutes continuously. Low impact aerobic exercise, such as yoga or meditation was also found to have positive effects on mental health. Various mechanisms underlying the mood boosting effects of exercise are also briefly examined.

Rumination as a key to understanding anxiety and depression in cardiac patients

2021 ◽  
pp. 1-5
Author(s):  
Barbara Murphy ◽  
Lisa Phillips ◽  
Alun Jackson
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Cognitive Processing ◽  
Cardiac Event ◽  
Mental Health Recovery ◽  
Anxiety And Depression ◽  
Cardiac Health ◽  
Mental Health Support ◽  
Health Support ◽  
Anxiety Depression ◽  
The Impact

It is now commonly understood that cardiac health professionals need to attend not only to patients' physical rehabilitation, but also to their emotional and mental health recovery. To ensure that mental health support is directed to those patients most at risk of poor psychological recovery post cardiac event, researchers and clinicians are continually seeking to understand the mechanisms underlying the association between anxiety, depression and heart health. One characteristic that differentiates patients with elevated risk of persistent post-event anxiety and depression is their style of cognitive processing, particularly whether they engage in negative ruminative thinking. In this article, the authors outline the impact of ruminative cognitive styles on anxiety and depression in cardiac event survivors, and highlight the importance of identifying ruminators early on in their recovery in order to appropriately direct and tailor mental health support for those who need it most.

Sociocultural Perceptions and Enablers to Seeking Mental Health Support Among Bhutanese Refugees in Western Massachusetts

2019 ◽  
Vol 39 (3) ◽  
pp. 135-145 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kalpana Poudel-Tandukar ◽  
Cynthia S. Jacelon ◽  
Genevieve E. Chandler ◽  
Bhuwan Gautam ◽  
Paula H. Palmer
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Focus Group ◽  
Family Members ◽  
Cultural Influences ◽  
Self Esteem ◽  
Focus Group Discussions ◽  
Group Discussions ◽  
Bhutanese Refugees ◽  
Mental Health Support ◽  
Health Support

This qualitative study aimed to identify cultural influences on seeking mental health support among Bhutanese refugees resettled in Western Massachusetts. Bhutanese refugees aged 18 years or older were recruited for eight focus group discussions, organized by age and gender ( N = 67, 49.3% female, mean age = 38, SD = 15.9). The PEN-3 cultural model was used as the theoretical framework to examine the roles of cultural perceptions that influence mental health-seeking behaviors. Focus group discussions were audio taped to facilitate the thematic-analysis. Younger participants (<35 years) reported experiencing stressors relating to economic hardships and difficulties in developing academic and social skills as they juggle breadwinner and care-giving responsibilities for their families. Older participants reported frustration with the difficulties in learning English and increased dependence on their children. Family members provided the initial frontline support to persons with mental health problems. If family support did not work, they consulted with their relatives and trustworthy community members for further assistance. Psychological factors such as fears of emotions, social norms, beliefs, and self-esteem associated with cultural norms and values influenced seeking mental health support. All participants expressed the need to have a culturally tailored intervention to develop acquired skills to improve their self-esteem and self-efficacy in order to integrate into their new social and cultural environment. Because family members make important decisions about seeking mental health support, involving family members in developing and delivering culturally appropriate skill development interventions could be a potential strategy to reduce their stress and increase resilience in this refugee community.

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