Research article summary (published 17 Jan 2007):

Referral to consumer-run programs by mental health providers: a national survey.

Full Abstract

This study describes mental health providers' awareness of, attitudes toward, and likelihood to refer to consumer-run programs. A mail survey method was used with a total of 301 questionnaires returned (33.5% response rate) from a national random sample. Findings suggest that providers believe consumers are able to provide effective mental health services, yet have less confidence in consumer-run programs. Slightly over half of the providers were aware of consumer-run programs and fewer had made referrals. Providers in non-public settings, agencies that hire consumers as providers, and agencies that collaborate with consumer-run programs were more likely to have made referrals. To maximize available community supports for service recipients, providers should consider newer, consumer-run service technologies.

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Author information

Author/s: Hardiman, Eric R (ER);

Affiliation: School of Social Welfare, University at Albany, State University of New York, 135 Western Ave., Albany, NY 12222, USA. hardiman(-atsign-)albany.edu

Journal and publication information

Publication Type: Journal Article

Journal: Community mental health journal (Community Ment Health J), published in United States. (Language: eng)

Reference: 2007-Jun; vol 43 (issue 3) : pp 197-210

Dates: Created 2007/06/11; Completed 2007/10/25;

PMID: 17235697, status: MEDLINE (last retrieval date: 12/26/2008)

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Community Mental Health Centers Consumer Participation Female Health Care Surveys Health Knowledge, Attitudes, Practice Humans

Male Middle Aged Peer Group Referral and Consultation Self-Help Groups United States

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