Imogene King's Goal Attainment theory provides a framework for transitional residential programs. This approach facilitates mutual goal setting between clients and staff, enabling goal achievement for individuals with severe mental illness.
Area of Science:
Nursing Theory
Mental Health Services
Homelessness Research
Background:
Transitional residential programs are crucial for individuals with severe and persistent mental illness.
A robust theoretical framework is needed to guide the role and function of these programs.
Imogene King's theory offers a relevant lens for understanding client-staff interactions.
Purpose of the Study:
To apply Imogene King's theory of Goal Attainment as a framework for a transitional residential program.
To illustrate the practical application of nursing theory in mental health service development.
To define the role and function of the program for homeless individuals with severe mental illness.
Main Methods:
Utilized Imogene King's theory of Goal Attainment.
Incorporated core concepts: personal system, perception, communication, interaction, transaction, role, time, space, growth, and development.
Applied the theory to conceptualize program structure and client-staff dynamics.
Main Results:
The study demonstrated the applicability of King's theory in a practical mental health setting.
Key concepts of the theory were instrumental in defining program operations.
Facilitated a structured approach to client care and program development.
Conclusions:
Client goal achievement is attainable within the program's social system.
Mutual goal setting between clients and staff is a critical component for success.
King's theory provides an effective framework for enhancing mental health services for the homeless population.