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Social policy and mental illness

M H Price, C Lyder

    The ABNF Journal : Official Journal of the Association of Black Nursing Faculty in Higher Education, Inc
    |May 1, 1995
    PubMed
    Summary

    Deinstitutionalization of chronically mentally ill patients from state institutions requires a focus on social policy. A continuity of care model is proposed for comprehensive patient support.

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    Area of Science:

    • Mental Health Services Research
    • Social Policy Analysis
    • Healthcare Management

    Background:

    • Public state institutions historically housed chronically mentally ill patients.
    • Deinstitutionalization shifted care from institutions to community settings.
    • Social policy significantly impacts the availability and quality of mental healthcare.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To analyze the effects of social policy on the care of deinstitutionalized chronically mentally ill patients.
    • To propose a model for ensuring comprehensive and consistent care for this population.

    Main Methods:

    • Literature review on deinstitutionalization trends.
    • Analysis of social policy frameworks affecting mental healthcare.
    • Conceptualization of a continuity of care model.

    Main Results:

    • Deinstitutionalization has led to varied outcomes depending on social policy implementation.
    • Gaps in care coordination and support services are prevalent.
    • Existing social policies may not adequately address the complex needs of chronically mentally ill individuals.

    Conclusions:

    • Effective deinstitutionalization necessitates robust social policies.
    • A continuity of care model is essential for providing integrated and sustained support.
    • Policy reform is crucial to improve mental healthcare delivery for deinstitutionalized patients.

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