Navigating the Faculty–Student Relationship: Interacting With Nursing Students With Mental Health Issues

2017 ◽  
Vol 23 (6) ◽  
pp. 393-403 ◽  
Author(s):  
Brenda G. Kucirka
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Nursing Students ◽  
Nursing Faculty ◽  
Best Practice ◽  
Psychological Process ◽  
Health Issues ◽  
Social Psychological ◽  
Mental Health Issues ◽  
Student Relationship ◽  
Faculty Student Relationship

BACKGROUND: There is an increase in students enrolled in higher education diagnosed with mental illness or experiencing symptoms suggestive of mental health issues (MHI). This has a significant impact on the faculty–student relationship. OBJECTIVES: The purpose of this study was to identify the basic social psychological process that occurs when nursing faculty interact with students with MHI. DESIGN: Grounded theory methodology was implemented to identify the basic social psychological process that occurs when faculty encounter students with MHI. Thirteen nursing faculty were interviewed. Data were analyzed using line by line coding and constant comparative analysis. RESULTS: The resulting substantive theory, navigating the faculty–student relationship in the context of student MHI, is an iterative four-phase process: noticing, responding, experiencing, and reflecting. CONCLUSION: This theory provides a framework for understanding how nursing faculty recognize and address student MHI. The theory can be used to establish interventional strategies and best practice guidelines.

scholarly journals Exploring the Use of Student-Developed Outreach Videos to Provide Mental Health Wellness Education-A Pilot Project

2021 ◽  
Vol 6 (4) ◽  
pp. 7
Author(s):  
Kristin Reid ◽  
Nancy Armstrong ◽  
Dana Todd
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Nursing Students ◽  
Pilot Project ◽  
The United States ◽  
Psychiatric Nursing ◽  
The Body ◽  
Outreach Program ◽  
Health And Wellness ◽  
Health Issues ◽  
Mental Health Issues

BACKGROUND: Mental health and wellness outreach has been an area of concern at colleges and universities in the United States and a variety of electronic methods have been used to successfully promote health and wellness. This pilot project was in response to a previous descriptive study examining mental health issues on campus. AIMS: The primary aim of this project was to determine if implementing a peer-led outreach program in the form of bi-weekly, short-form educational videos would increase knowledge of mental health and wellness in students developing the videos. The secondary aim was to provide students an alternate clinical assignment that improved presentation development and group dynamics. METHODS: Nursing students enrolled in a psychiatric nursing course collaborated in small groups to create bi-weekly videos on topics related to mental health and wellness. RESULTS: The peer-led outreach intervention demonstrated positive outcomes, such as increased understanding of the common mental health issues facing college students and awareness of campus, as well as outside resources to assist with mental health and wellness. CONCLUSION: This project may increase the body of knowledge related to the importance of campus outreach, peer support, and general awareness of mental wellness and resources during pandemic restraints. Utilizing condensed, peer-led educational outreach via video format has the potential to aid in the educational development of psychiatric nursing students.

scholarly journals Analysis of over-the-counter medicines use among nursing students

2015 ◽  
Vol 72 (9) ◽  
pp. 794-800
Author(s):  
Suzana Mlinar ◽  
Rosanda Raskovic-Malnarsic
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Nursing Students ◽  
Prescription Drugs ◽  
Rural Areas ◽  
Health Issues ◽  
Over The Counter ◽  
Mental Health Issues ◽  
Medicines Use ◽  
Otc Medicines ◽  
Over The Counter Medicines

Background/Aim. The use of over-the-counter (OTC) medication is widespread among the adult and student populations in Slovenia. The aim of the study was to analyse the prevalence of OTC medicines use among nursing students with respect to sociodemographic characteristics. Methods. A total of 241 nursing students in the Faculty of Health Sciences, Ljubljana, were included in the cross-sectional study. A questionnaire was created for the purposes of the study. Statistical analysis was performed with SPSS 20. Descriptive statistics, t-test and the contingency coefficient were calculated. Statistical significance was set at the p-value of < 0.05. Results. The study showed that the use of prescription drugs was significantly higher in women (p = 0.029), students living in rural areas (p = 0.005) and students who described themselves as being of bad health (p = 0.008). At the same time, a third of the respondents had been taking one OTC medicine within the last month; those taking several prescription drugs commonly administered several over-the-counter medicines (p = 0.027). Women used OTC medicines to treat pain and fever (p = 0.001), respiratory issues (p = 0.015), and fungal infections (p < 0.000) more often than men. OTC medicines were also used to treat minor mental health issues by a higher proportion of respondents over 21 years of age (p = 0.005) and women (p < 0.000), while over-the-counter medicines for treating skin conditions were more frequently used in rural areas (p = 0.006). Conclusion. Nursing students tend to use OTC medicines on their own accord, receiving instructions for safe use with their purchase, which points to adequate promotion of safe use of medications in Slovenia. Men's assessment of their personal health tends to be better than that of women, who also use medication more frequently. A connection between poor health and a higher incidence of the use of OTC medicines was established. The use of OTC medicines to treat minor mental health issues increased with age and was more typical of women. The results obtained demonstrate the importance of personal control over the safe use of medicines, motivation for personal good health and a healthy lifestyle.

scholarly journals Best Practices for The Interdisciplinary Rehabilitation Team: A Review of Mental Health Issues in Mild Stroke Survivors

2018 ◽  
Vol 2018 ◽  
pp. 1-8 ◽  
Author(s):  
Alexandra L. Terrill ◽  
Jaclyn K. Schwartz ◽  
Samir R. Belagaje
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Sleep Disturbances ◽  
Best Practice ◽  
Current Evidence ◽  
Health Issues ◽  
Rehabilitation Team ◽  
Mental Health Issues ◽  
Interdisciplinary Rehabilitation ◽  
Mild Stroke ◽  
And Function

Individuals with mild strokes are generally considered fully functional and do not traditionally receive rehabilitation services. Because patients with mild stroke are assumed to have a good recovery, they may have deficits in other areas, including mental health, that are not addressed. As a result, patients with mild stroke are unable to meet quality of life standards. In addition, healthcare professionals are likely unaware of the potential mental health issues that may arise in mild stroke. To address this gap in knowledge, we review the evidence supporting mental health evaluation and intervention in mild stroke. Specifically, we review comorbid diagnoses including depression, anxiety, fatigue, and sleep disturbances and their potential effects on health and function. Finally, we conclude with general recommendations describing best practice derived from current evidence.

scholarly journals Barriers and facilitators of videoconferencing psychotherapy implementation in veteran mental health care environments: a systematic review

2020 ◽  
Vol 20 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Samuel D. Muir ◽  
Kathleen de Boer ◽  
Maja Nedeljkovic ◽  
Denny Meyer
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Health Care ◽  
Mental Health Care ◽  
Best Practice ◽  
Health Care Systems ◽  
Barriers And Facilitators ◽  
Online Video ◽  
Health Issues ◽  
Mental Health Issues ◽  
Veteran Mental Health

Abstract Background Whilst treatment for mental health issues has traditionally been conducted in-person, advances in technology has seen a recent growth in the use of online video therapy services to help overcome access-to-care barriers faced by those living in rural locations and those unable to travel. These barriers are particularly apparent in the case of veteran populations, which is the focus of this review. Whilst the research investigating the efficacy of online video therapy to treat mental health issues among veterans is promising, widespread adoption and utilisation of this modality remains low with efforts often failing to progress past the pilot phase to implementation. This review focuses on the implementation of online video therapy in veteran mental health care settings and aims to identify the potential barriers and facilitators relevant to implementing the modality in military organisations. Methods A systematic search of three databases (PsycInfo, PubMed, and Web of Science) was conducted. To be eligible for inclusion, studies had to investigate the challenges, lessons learnt, or factors operating as barriers and/or facilitators to the implementation of online video therapy in veteran health care systems. Results The initial search revealed a total of 202 articles. This was reduced to 133 when duplicates were removed. After screening the titles and abstracts a further 70 articles were excluded leaving 63 to be retrieved for full review. A total of 10 studies were included in this review. The most commonly reported barriers were related to clinician concerns, logistical problems, and technology. Other barriers included access to resources as well as challenges posed by collaborations, policy and recruitment. Facilitators included experience using the modality and having dedicated staff responsible for promoting and managing the new service (e.g., on-site champions and telehealth technicians). Conclusions This review suggests that numerous barriers must be identified and addressed before attempting to implement an online video therapy service in veteran organisations. Further research is needed to establish best practice for implementation, particularly across geographically dispersed sites. It is hoped that the findings of this review will be used to help inform future implementation efforts and research initiatives in this space.

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