Background Peer support groups reduce psychological morbidity and increase social support for Intensive Care Unit (ICU) survivors. Group formats differ and research, although emerging, is limited. This study explores a continuously running ICU Expert by Experience group, which has a dual role of support and service-user consultative, from attendees’ perspectives. Methods A thematic analysis was conducted on interviews with current and past members of an ICU Expert by Experience group. 11 participants took part in online and telephone interviews. Three provided written responses. Final themes were created following a process of data validation with participants. Results Four main themes emerged: (1) Support in the difficult recovery journey (2) Relationships and shared experiences (3) Value of professional facilitation (4) Practical considerations. Conclusion Patients highlighted the help gained from the group as an integral part of their recovery journey. Results also identified practical implications for those considering setting up similar support groups.

This case study details the use of Frankish Assessment of the Impact of Traumas for a client with an intellectual disability. Subsequent attachment and developmental-based interventions led to an improvement in the client and the staff-team following a two year-long engagement.

An evaluation of outcome measurement attitudes within an eating disorder service for children and adolescents is presented. This is compared with recommendations from policy and guidance for the use of outcome measurements for young people accessing eating disorder services.