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Going home: easing the transition for the mentally ill

P Cowan

    The Canadian Nurse
    |March 1, 1993
    PubMed
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    The healthcare system faces pressure to discharge patients, increasing family care burdens. Preventing relapse and ensuring community safety for individuals with persistent mental health issues is crucial.

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    Area of Science:

    • Healthcare policy
    • Community mental health
    • Patient discharge

    Background:

    • The 1990s saw increased pressure on hospitals to discharge patients into the community.
    • Healthcare systems face budget constraints, bed shortages, and closures.
    • Families are increasingly bearing the burden of patient care.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To address the challenges of community-based care for individuals with persistent mental health problems.
    • To explore strategies for preventing illness relapse in the community.
    • To promote safe and effective functioning for discharged mental health patients.

    Main Methods:

    • This study focuses on the policy and systemic shifts in healthcare during the 1990s.
    • It examines the impact of these shifts on patient discharge and family caregiving.

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  • The research analyzes the need for community-based support systems.

    • Main Results:

    • Discharging patients into the community places a significant care burden on families.
    • Preventing relapse is a key concern for healthcare systems managing discharged patients.
    • Ensuring safe community functioning requires robust support structures.

    Conclusions:

    • Healthcare systems must develop effective strategies to support families managing care for discharged mental health patients.
    • Preventing relapse and promoting community integration are essential for long-term patient well-being.
    • Policy changes necessitate a greater focus on community-based mental health services and family support.