The Needs of Parents with a Mental Illness Who Have Young Children: an Australian Perspective On Service Delivery Options

Carmel Alakus, Rebecca Conwell, Monica Gilbert, Anne Buist and David Castle
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Carmel Alakus: Mental Health Research Institute of Victoria, Australia
Rebecca Conwell: Mental Health Research Institute of Victoria, Australia
Monica Gilbert: Mental Health Research Institute of Victoria, Australia
Anne Buist: Mental Health Research Institute of Victoria, Australia
David Castle: St. Vincent's Mental Health Service, Australia, david.castle@svhm.org.au

International Journal of Social Psychiatry, 2007, vol. 53, issue 4, 333-339

Abstract: Background and aims: This article discusses a collaborative approach to assisting parents with a mental illness who have children aged 5 years and under and explores themes found in the literature, focus groups with consumers and workshops with clinicians working with parents who have a mental illness. Method: Focus groups and workshops were held for consumers and clinicians. The workshops included information about a proposed group intervention and discussions about themes found in the literature review and previous focus groups. Results: Using thematic analysis, the gaps identified in the focus groups and workshops were classified into five main categories — namely, interagency collaboration, a need for accessible support groups, a need for information and resources about mental illness, and parenting issues related to mental illness and independence. This information informed the development of a treatment package. Conclusion: The content of the proposed treatment package has been informed by the findings of the literature review, focus groups and workshops. The sessions focus on topics about parenting and managing mental health and consumers are actively involved at the outset in their own care and the care of their child. The intervention will be trailed in clinical settings to establish efficacy and effectiveness.

Date: 2007
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