Challenges in Multidisciplinary Systematic Reviewing: A Study on Social Exclusion and Mental Health Policy

Curran, Claire; Burchardt, Tania; Knapp, Martín; McDaid, David; Li, Bingqin

doi:10.1111/j.1467-9515.2007.00553.x

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“… Publications ( n = 66, 58 controlled trials, 8 systematic reviews) Standard search in multiple databases; no dates reported Australia Aggregated above Methodology ( n = 5) Chapman, 2013 [ 31 ] To identify gaps and priorities in the maternal health research, generate a list of maternal health research questions… and adapt questions… to create research questions for use in a future prioritization exercise with experts and other stakeholders. Systematic reviews ( n = 178) Searched the Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews; 2006–2011 USA Li et al 2012, Nasser et al 2007, de Vet et al 2001, Clarke et al 2007 Curran, 2007 [ 33 ] What empirical evidence is available on the relationships between mental health problems and social exclusion? What is the nature of this evidence?…”

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What is an evidence map? A systematic review of published evidence maps and their definitions, methods, and products

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BackgroundThe need for systematic methods for reviewing evidence is continuously increasing. Evidence mapping is one emerging method. There are no authoritative recommendations for what constitutes an evidence map or what methods should be used, and anecdotal evidence suggests heterogeneity in both. Our objectives are to identify published evidence maps and to compare and contrast the presented definitions of evidence mapping, the domains used to classify data in evidence maps, and the form the evidence map takes.MethodsWe conducted a systematic review of publications that presented results with a process termed “evidence mapping” or included a figure called an “evidence map.” We identified publications from searches of ten databases through 8/21/2015, reference mining, and consulting topic experts. We abstracted the research question, the unit of analysis, the search methods and search period covered, and the country of origin. Data were narratively synthesized.ResultsThirty-nine publications met inclusion criteria. Published evidence maps varied in their definition and the form of the evidence map. Of the 31 definitions provided, 67 % described the purpose as identification of gaps and 58 % referenced a stakeholder engagement process or user-friendly product. All evidence maps explicitly used a systematic approach to evidence synthesis. Twenty-six publications referred to a figure or table explicitly called an “evidence map,” eight referred to an online database as the evidence map, and five stated they used a mapping methodology but did not present a visual depiction of the evidence.ConclusionsThe principal conclusion of our evaluation of studies that call themselves “evidence maps” is that the implied definition of what constitutes an evidence map is a systematic search of a broad field to identify gaps in knowledge and/or future research needs that presents results in a user-friendly format, often a visual figure or graph, or a searchable database. Foundational work is needed to better standardize the methods and products of an evidence map so that researchers and policymakers will know what to expect of this new type of evidence review.Systematic review registrationAlthough an a priori protocol was developed, no registration was completed; this review did not fit the PROSPERO format.Electronic supplementary materialThe online version of this article (doi:10.1186/s13643-016-0204-x) contains supplementary material, which is available to authorized users.

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What is an evidence map? A systematic review of published evidence maps and their definitions, methods, and products

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“…We define social inclusion in relation to the right to full participation in society espoused through the United Nations Convention on the Rights for Persons with Disabilities (UNCRPD) [4]. That is, social inclusion involves feeling accepted, having individual and collective agency to determine participation, and the removal of structural and attitudinal barriers to participation [5,6].…”

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Social inclusion and exclusion of people with mental illness in Timor-Leste: a qualitative investigation with multiple stakeholders

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Background: Social inclusion is a human right for all people, including people with mental illness. It is also an important part of recovery from mental illness. In Timor-Leste, no research has investigated the social experiences of people with mental illness and their families. To fill this knowledge gap and inform ongoing mental health system strengthening, we investigated the experiences of social inclusion and exclusion of people with mental illness and their families in Timor-Leste. Methods: Eighty-five participants from the following stakeholder groups across multiple locations in Timor-Leste were interviewed: (1) people with mental illness and their families; (2) mental health and social service providers; (3) government decision makers; (4) civil society members; and (5) other community members. Framework analysis was used to analyse interview transcripts. Results: People with mental illness in Timor-Leste were found to face widespread, multi-faceted sociocultural, economic and political exclusion. People with mental illness were stigmatised as a consequence of beliefs that they were dangerous and lacked capacity, and experienced instances of bullying, physical and sexual violence, and confinement. Several barriers to formal employment, educational, social protection and legal systems were identified. Experiences of social inclusion for people with mental illness were also described at family and community levels. People with mental illness were included through family and community structures that promoted unity and acceptance. They also had opportunities to participate in activities surrounding family life and livelihoods that contributed to intergenerational well-being. Some, but not all, Timorese people with mental illness benefited from disability-inclusive programming and policies, including the disability pension, training programs and peer support. Conclusions: These findings highlight the need to combat social exclusion of people with mental illness and their families by harnessing local Timorese sociocultural strengths. Such an approach could centre around people with mental illness and their families to: increase population mental health awareness; bolster rights-based and culturally-grounded mental health services; and promote inclusive and accessible services and systems across sectors.

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“…Within the extant literature, general principles for conducting an evidence map have been articulated [2,11,12] and are summarized in Table 1. The following sections provide an example of how these principles can be operationalized, in this instance, drawing on the experience of generating an evidence map for interventions in youth mental‐health disorders.…”

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Evidence mapping: illustrating an emerging methodology to improve evidence‐based practice in youth mental health

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Evidence mapping is emerging as a rigorous methodology for gathering and disseminating up-to-date information to end-users. Thoughtful planning and assessment of available resources (e.g. staff, time, budget) are required by those applying this methodology to their particular field of clinical enquiry given the potential scope of the work. The needs of the end-user need to be balanced with available resources. Information derived needs to be effectively communicated, with the uptake of that evidence into clinical practice the ultimate aim.

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Challenges in Multidisciplinary Systematic Reviewing: A Study on Social Exclusion and Mental Health Policy

Cited by 41 publications

References 47 publications

What is an evidence map? A systematic review of published evidence maps and their definitions, methods, and products

What is an evidence map? A systematic review of published evidence maps and their definitions, methods, and products

Social inclusion and exclusion of people with mental illness in Timor-Leste: a qualitative investigation with multiple stakeholders

Evidence mapping: illustrating an emerging methodology to improve evidence‐based practice in youth mental health

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