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Pushing the envelope: shared decision making in mental health.
Laurie C Curtis1, Susan Milstrey Wells, Darby J Penney
1Advocates for Human Potential, Inc., Montpelier, VT 05602, USA. lcurtis@ahpnet.com
Psychiatric Rehabilitation Journal
|July 10, 2010
Summary
Shared decision making (SDM) in mental health supports service user involvement in treatment choices. This review guides the creation and implementation of SDM tools for mental health care.
Area of Science:
- Health Services Research
- Mental Health Services
- Shared Decision Making
Background:
- Shared decision making (SDM) is crucial in healthcare, promoting patient involvement.
- Adapting SDM tools from general health to mental health settings requires careful consideration.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review existing literature on SDM in health and mental health.
- To identify and discuss general health tools adaptable for mental health.
- To guide the development and implementation of SDM materials in mental health.
Main Methods:
- Comprehensive literature review of SDM in health and mental health.
- Analysis of focus group data.
- Evaluation of product testing outcomes.
Main Results:
- Structured SDM in mental health demonstrates potential for enhancing service user engagement.
- It facilitates informed and respectful dialogue regarding treatment and service decisions.
Conclusions:
- Shared decision making is a promising approach for mental health care.
- It empowers individuals by involving them in critical decision-making processes.
- It establishes a framework for open communication about all aspects of care.
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