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Knowledge about social networks and integration: a co-operative research project
Arild Granerud1, Elisabeth Severinsson
1Nordic School of Public Health, Göteborg, Sweden. arild.granerud@hse.hihm.no
Journal of Advanced Nursing
|April 12, 2007
Summary
Mental health professionals gained knowledge of social networks and integration, enhancing their practice. Experiential learning improved competence, but implementation in practice is key for community mental health work.
Area of Science:
- Social Sciences
- Psychology
- Community Health
Background:
- Community mental health work addresses patient well-being and network impact.
- Enhancing community mental health workers' understanding of social networks is crucial.
Purpose of the Study:
- Investigate the influence of social network and integration knowledge on mental health professionals' understanding and practice.
- Explore the potential of experiential knowledge-based competence in community mental health.
Main Methods:
- Qualitative study employing a co-operative research approach.
- Action research utilized focus groups for data collection.
- Qualitative content analysis identified themes and categories from 2004-2005 data.
Main Results:
- A key theme was experiential knowledge-based competence, leading to increased knowledge and awareness.
- Participants showed enhanced understanding of social integration as a tool for social network interventions.
- Identified potential for practice changes, emphasizing the need for implementation.
Conclusions:
- Co-operative research is effective in the public sector, requiring full team involvement.
- Active participation across all research areas is vital for optimal outcomes.
- Larger group sizes may negatively impact participant engagement.
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