Perceived Control among People with Severe Mental Illness: A Comparative Study.
Christopher Patterson1, Lorna Moxham1, Ellie Taylor2
1School of Nursing, Faculty of Science, Medicine and Health, University of Wollongong, NSW, Australia.
Archives of Psychiatric Nursing
|September 23, 2016
Summary
A therapeutic recreation program, like Recovery Camp, can enhance perceived control in individuals with mental illness. This initiative positively impacts areas such as substance use, personal cognition, and empowerment.
Area of Science:
- Mental Health Research
- Psychology
- Therapeutic Interventions
Background:
- Perceived control is crucial for mental health and recovery.
- Strategies to enhance perceived control in individuals with mental illness require investigation.
Purpose of the Study:
- To examine the impact of a therapeutic recreation program on perceived control.
- To assess changes in perceived control among individuals with mental illness participating in the program.
Main Methods:
- A quasi-experimental design was employed with an intervention group (n=27) and a comparison group (n=18).
- The Perceived Control Across Domains Scale was administered at three time points.
- Analysis included subscale and total scores to evaluate changes in perceived control.
Main Results:
- Significant improvements were observed in perceived control related to substance use.
- Personal cognition and personal empowerment also showed significant variations.
- These findings suggest a positive influence of the intervention on specific domains of perceived control.
Conclusions:
- Nurse-led therapeutic recreation initiatives, exemplified by Recovery Camp, can effectively enhance and sustain perceived control.
- Such programs offer a viable strategy for improving mental health outcomes by bolstering perceived control.
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