Abstract
This article summarises the current research evidence base on user involvement in mental health services from both policy and practical perspectives. We begin by examining the many meanings of the term 'mental health service user' and the policy imperatives for user involvement, to provide a context for later examples of good practice. We then discuss what is meant by 'involvement' and the reasons why user involvement is particularly important in mental health services. Finally, we describe some of the traditional barriers to involvement and a number of examples of positive practice across a range of different aspects of mental health service development and delivery.
| Original language | English |
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| Pages (from-to) | 168-175 |
| Number of pages | 8 |
| Journal | Advances in Psychiatric Treatment |
| Volume | 11 |
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| Publication status | Published - 1 Jan 2005 |
Keywords
- User involvement
- mental health services
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- General Psychology
- Psychiatry and Mental health
