[Self-management support in mental health care]
Frank Rosenbach1, Michael Ewers
1Martin-Luther-Universität Halle-Wittenberg, Institut für Medizinische Soziologie.
Psychiatrische Praxis
|March 20, 2013
Summary
Self-management support is increasingly used for mental health conditions. This patient-centered approach shows potential for improving symptoms, quality of life, and participation in recovery.
Area of Science:
- Mental Health
- Psychiatry
- Health Services Research
Background:
- Self-management support is widely adopted for chronic illnesses.
- Its application is expanding to individuals with mental disorders and comorbidities.
- Patient-centered care and recovery principles are increasingly emphasized in mental healthcare.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide an overview of the current discussion and practices of self-management support for individuals with mental disorders.
- To synthesize evidence on the effectiveness of self-management support in this population.
Main Methods:
- A literature review was conducted using database searches.
- Criteria-based analyses and summarized publications formed the basis of the review.
Main Results:
- Self-management support is gaining traction internationally for individuals with mental disorders.
- Evidence suggests this intervention can enhance psychiatric symptoms.
- Improvements in quality of life and participation opportunities are also indicated.
Conclusions:
- Self-management support is a promising intervention for mental health care.
- It aligns with patient-centered care and the concept of recovery.
- Further attention to this approach is warranted.
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