Digital Peer Support for People With Severe Mental Illness

2022 ◽  
pp. 72-92
Author(s):  
Mafalda da Silva Bento ◽  
Felipe Natan Alves Barbosa Carvalho ◽  
Inês Beatriz Antunes ◽  
Giselle Carpi Olmo
Keyword(s):  
Mental Illness ◽  
Severe Mental Illness ◽  
Health Information ◽  
Peer Support ◽  
Scientific Evidence ◽  
Scientific Research ◽  
Digital Technologies ◽  
Recovery Process ◽  
The Internet ◽  
Fundamental Part

The literature has recognized peer support as a fundamental part of the recovery process for people with severe mental illness (SMI). These populations frequently experience barriers related to (self)stigmatization, social relationship, poor friendship quality, ostracism, isolation, and fear of being rejected or embarrassed. Scientific research suggests those individuals are more willing to share personal and sensitive details through digital technologies, building friendships and using the internet to access health information rather than their peers who do not experience SMI. The purpose of this chapter is to explore the digital-based peer programs and to analyze scientific evidence behind the alternative paradigm, related concepts, intervention designs, and results.

scholarly journals A day in the life of people with severe mental illness living in supported housing

2020 ◽  
Vol 20 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Carina Tjörnstrand ◽  
Mona Eklund ◽  
Ulrika Bejerholm ◽  
Elisabeth Argentzell ◽  
David Brunt
Keyword(s):  
Mental Illness ◽  
Severe Mental Illness ◽  
Recovery Process ◽  
Supported Housing ◽  
Activity Level ◽  
Body Of Knowledge ◽  
Manifest Content ◽  
Participant Experience ◽  
Contextual Stimuli ◽  
Emotional Balance

Abstract Background People with severe mental illness (SMI) living in supported housing (SH) struggle in everyday life and we currently lack a comprehensive body of knowledge concerning how the residents experience their day. This paper aimed to gain knowledge about how people with SMI describe a day in SH in Sweden, in particular the activities they most frequently engage in and how they experience what they do in or outside their home. Furthermore, it is important to gain knowledge of which activities motivate residents to leave the housing facility and to participate in the community. This new knowledge can help staff to encourage a recovery process among the residents. Methods One hundred thirty-three people living in SH completed a time-use diary and a mixed-methods approach was applied, including calculations of what activity that was most frequently performed and a manifest content analysis addressing experiences of activity. Results The residents had a low activity level and were often alone. Approximately one-half of the reported activities were performed in their own apartments, and generally unaccompanied. A quarter of the activities were performed in the common areas and a further quarter outside the SH. The most frequently performed activities were quiet and tranquil ones, e.g. listening to music and resting. Doing errands and group activities with staff and residents were the main activities that motivated leaving the facility. The participant experience of a day is presented in three categories: “Experiences of chosen and enforced togetherness and overcoming loneliness”, “Environmental change and emotional balance can generate activity”, and “Met and unmet needs for support, friendship and security”. Conclusions The residents were generally satisfied with their quiet and tranquil lifestyle and appeared to demand little of life, which may relate to previous experiences of institutional life and can constitute a challenge for staff. The findings highlight experiences that can help to improve SH. Services need to support individually adjusted contextual stimuli and individualize the support to help residents find a good balance and motivate them to be active in and outside SH, which can support a recovery process.

Are people with severe mental illness ready for online interventions? Access and use of the Internet in Australian mental health service users

2017 ◽  
Vol 25 (3) ◽  
pp. 257-261 ◽  
Author(s):  
Neil Thomas ◽  
Fiona Foley ◽  
Katrina Lindblom ◽  
Stuart Lee
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Mental Illness ◽  
Mental Health Service ◽  
Health Service ◽  
Severe Mental Illness ◽  
Social Networking Sites ◽  
Internet Access ◽  
Health Service Delivery ◽  
The Internet ◽  
Mental Health Service Delivery

Objectives: The Internet is increasingly used in mental health service delivery, but there are significant potential barriers to Internet access for persons with severe mental illness (SMI). There is a need to understand this group’s access to, and confidence with using, the Internet, and current views on using online resources as part of mental healthcare. Method: A survey was conducted of 100 consumers attending a specialist mental health service in Melbourne, Australia. Results: Approximately three-quarters of participants had regular access to the Internet, and two-thirds used the Internet weekly or more. Half of the sample used email at least weekly, and a third were regular users of social networking sites. Internet access was often via mobile devices. Only a minority of participants used the Internet for mental health information, with video streaming and general websites accessed more often than peer forums for mental health content. Most participants were positive about their mental health worker using tablet computers with them in appointments for delivery of mental health materials. Conclusion: Most people with SMI are active Internet users and, therefore, able to use interventions online.

scholarly journals Review Sistematik: Model Pemulihan Penderita Gangguan Jiwa Berat Berbasis Komunitas

2020 ◽  
Vol 1 (2) ◽  
pp. 123-129
Author(s):  
Retno Lestari ◽  
Ah Yusuf ◽  
Rachmat Hargono ◽  
Febri Endra Budi Setyawan
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Mental Illness ◽  
Severe Mental Illness ◽  
Social Life ◽  
Holistic Approach ◽  
Recovery Process ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Community Mental Health Service ◽  
Community Members ◽  
Life Planning

People with severe mental illness have complex disabilities affecting mental functions, daily activities, and social life, thus they need help from others in carrying out daily functional activities. Optimizing the recovery of severe mental illness requires a holistic approach and integration between mental health services and supportive communities so that sufferers can interact with others, have a positive self-concept, and improve their well-being. This study aims to describe a community-based model of recovery for people with severe mental illness. Several literature studies were obtained from 50 reference sources through Science Direct, Google Scholar, Proquest Health and Medical Complete, Proquest Nursing, and Allied Health Sources from 2009 to 2019. Results explain that the community provides an adequate support system in improving the care of people with severe mental illness. Support systems in the community involve social and physical aspects as well as the economic infrastructure through employment opportunities or financial support and a decent living. The interaction between community members and people with severe mental illness could be a positive thing in strengthening the motivation of people with severe mental illness to recover and be able to do their activities independently. The recovery process of severe mental illness requires strong motivation and commitment from the sufferer, the family, all society members, community mental health service team, and related policymakers. It can be concluded that people with severe mental illness need support from various parties in terms of future life planning, identifying strengths and weaknesses that they have, and recognizing multiple obstacles and support so that they recover and live independently.

scholarly journals Feasibility of peer support services among people with severe mental illness in China

2019 ◽  
Vol 19 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Yunge Fan ◽  
Ning Ma ◽  
Liang Ma ◽  
Wufang Zhang ◽  
Wei Xu ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mental Illness ◽  
Severe Mental Illness ◽  
Peer Support ◽  
Communication Skills ◽  
Social Communication ◽  
Support Services ◽  
Service Providers ◽  
Mental Health Systems ◽  
Social Communication Skills ◽  
Peer Support Services

Abstract Background Peer-delivered services potentially provide broad, multifaceted benefits for persons suffering severe mental illness. Most studies to date have been conducted in countries with well-developed outpatient mental health systems. The objective of this study was to examine the feasibility for developing a community-based peer service in China. Methods Thirteen peer service providers and 54 consumers were recruited from four communities in Beijing. We initiated the program in two communities, followed by another two in order to verify and add to our understanding of potential scalable feasibility. Semi-structured face-to-face interviews were conducted 12 month after initiation at each site to measure satisfaction and perceived benefits from perspectives of peer service providers, and consumers and their caregivers. Results Key stakeholders reported that peer support services were satisfying and beneficial. Eleven of 13 peer service providers were willing to continue in their roles. Ten, 8, and 7 of them perceived improvements in working skills, social communication skills, and mood, respectively. Among consumers, 39 of 54 were satisfied with peer services. Improvements in mood, social communication skills, illness knowledge, and illness stability were detected among 23, 18, 13, and 13 consumers, respectively. For caregivers, 31 of 32 expressed a positive view regarding peer services. Caregivers reported improvement in their own mood, confidence in recovery of their family members, and reduction in caretaker burdens. Conclusions The findings highlight that peer-delivered services have promise in China for benefiting persons with severe mental illness and their family caregivers, as well as the peer service providers themselves.

scholarly journals A community-based peer support service for persons with severe mental illness in China

2018 ◽  
Vol 18 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Yunge Fan ◽  
Ning Ma ◽  
Liang Ma ◽  
Wei Xu ◽  
J. Steven Lamberti ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mental Illness ◽  
Severe Mental Illness ◽  
Peer Support ◽  
Support Service ◽  
Community Based ◽  
Peer Support Service

scholarly journals Self-initiated helping behaviors and recovery in severe mental illness: Implications for work, volunteerism, and peer support.

2015 ◽  
Vol 38 (4) ◽  
pp. 336-341 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ruth L. Firmin ◽  
Lauren Luther ◽  
Paul H. Lysaker ◽  
Michelle P. Salyers
Keyword(s):  
Mental Illness ◽  
Severe Mental Illness ◽  
Peer Support ◽  
Helping Behaviors

ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE AND ITS RELATIONSHIP WITH HUMAN RIGHTS

2021 ◽  
pp. 70-78
Author(s):  
I.A. Aleshkova ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Artificial Intelligence ◽  
Human Rights ◽  
Criminal Justice ◽  
Health Information ◽  
Labor Relations ◽  
Scientific Research ◽  
Digital Technologies ◽  
Adverse Impact

The review examines the main areas of scientific research in the field of human rights in the context of digital technologies and AI, noting both the advantages associated with their appearance (improved quality and availability of services) and the likelihood of their adverse impact on human rights. Attention is focused on the use of AI in the areas of criminal justice, Finance, health, information and labor relations, and education.

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