A qualitative study of service user experiences of occupation in forensic mental health

被引:28
作者
Craik, Christine
Bryant, Wendy [1 ]
Ryan, Amanda [2 ]
Barclay, Samantha [2 ]
Brooke, Nicole [2 ]
Mason, Adele [2 ]
Russell, Peter [2 ]
机构
[1] Brunel Univ, Sch Hlth Sci & Social Care, London UB8 3PH, England
[2] W London Mental Hlth NHS Trust, London, England
关键词
occupation; forensic mental health; service user involvement;
D O I
10.1111/j.1440-1630.2010.00857.x
中图分类号
R49 [康复医学];
学科分类号
100215 ;
摘要
Background/aim: This qualitative study explored occupational engagement of those detained in forensic units. Legal and institutional restrictions on occupation have implications for their health and wellbeing. Method: Twenty-six current forensic mental health service users participated in five focus groups, which were audio-recorded, transcribed verbatim and subjected to constant comparative analysis. Findings: The participants highlighted previous occupations, current occupations and hopes. Key aspects were control over decision-making, motivation and support, generating suggestions alongside positive experiences of occupational therapy. Conclusions: Institutional barriers could be overcome with a dynamic balance between risk management and mental health promotion through occupation. This demands a sustained focus on occupation for everyone involved in providing care and treatment in these settings.
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页码:339 / 344
页数:6
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