Abstract: The Offender Personality Disorder Pathway in Wales identified a need for those leaving custody in England and returning to communities in Wales. The disconnection between English custodial services and Welsh community services has meant that many offenders left prison without follow-on support identified. Links between criminal justice services and health PubDate: 2021-03-04
Abstract: Patient and public involvement (PPI) involves working with patients and/or members of the public to make mental health research more relevant for those using mental health services. The importance of PPI means that it is necessary for mental health researchers to understand the practical and ethical issues involved. PPI can PubDate: 2021-03-04
Abstract: Sleep disturbances are often seen in older people who have recently experienced the death of a loved one, such as a partner or spouse. Older family carers are particularly at risk of mood and sleep disturbances, not only after the death of the person they were caring for but also PubDate: 2021-03-04
Abstract: Formulation is a process of developing an understanding of what is happening for a person and why, and therefore what might be helpful for them. It involves gathering information, drawing from personal meanings and theoretical understandings to develop a coherent narrative. Traditionally, formulation is undertaken by a practitioner and a PubDate: 2021-03-04
Abstract: Shannon Ward is a psychiatric intensive care unit providing mental healthcare and treatment for women whose acute distress or other challenges require a secure environment. But once a week it also becomes a beauty salon. PubDate: 2021-03-04
Abstract: The Mental Health Act white paper for England and Wales, informed by the Independent Review of the Mental Health Act 1983, is out for consultation. PubDate: 2021-03-04
Abstract: Essential information Many people who have had COVID-19 have reported ongoing symptoms weeks and months after they first fell ill. There is growing evidence that people can experience long-term health effects and about 10% of people with initially mild illness report symptoms lasting more than four weeks. PubDate: 2021-03-04
Abstract: Reflection is an important skill for nurses. Building on these reflective skills, mindfulness offers opportunities for personal development by increasing nurses’ awareness of sensory experiences, other people and their environment. Mindfulness is also an important element of self-care. This increased awareness can contribute to the nurse’s ability to make skills-based PubDate: 2021-01-07
Abstract: Background ‘Shift reflection’ is a novel, structured method of group reflective practice at the end of a shift. It involves a facilitator asking open questions about the shift, then using a mapping process to draw and make connections between the experiences of staff. Aim To undertake a pilot study of PubDate: 2021-01-07
Abstract: People who need care in a psychiatric intensive care unit (PICU) are often highly stigmatised and referred to using negative, dehumanising language, for example being described as ‘difficult’ or ‘problematic’ patients. They have also been described as ‘permanently disturbed’, which shows a lack of respect, value and hope for their PubDate: 2021-01-07
Abstract: Formulation is a collaborative process that promotes shared understanding of a service user’s narrative to ensure their care is meaningful. This article provides an overview of individual formulation in mental health practice. It explores the interaction between formulation and interventions, and how mental health practitioners can work with service users PubDate: 2021-01-07
Abstract: While fewer than 5% of suicides in Britain happen on railways, witnessing such a shocking event can leave lasting trauma, says Network Rail. But there can be many opportunities for people to intervene and help to dissuade someone from ending their life, says Rachel Luby, who in October 2020 was PubDate: 2021-01-07
Abstract: You have an idea and know roughly what you want to say, but you need a plan. The simplest plan is a beginning, a middle and an end. Whether your article is 300 words or 3,000, it should start with an indication of its purpose. Build it with supporting evidence PubDate: 2021-01-07
Abstract: The availability of effective immunisations is being hailed as the light at the end of the tunnel, finally enabling the world to emerge from the darkness of the COVID-19 pandemic. PubDate: 2021-01-07
Abstract: Health Education England has launched a new Mental Health Nursing: Competence and Career Framework, which sets out the skills, knowledge and abilities needed for mental health nurses to carry out their roles and advance their careers. PubDate: 2021-01-07
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