Effects of employment as a peer support worker on personal recovery: a review of qualitative evidence

Bailie, H. Alistair; Tickle, Anna

doi:10.1108/mhrj-04-2014-0014

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“…Our findings indicate that peer workers should not be automatically restricted from engaging in such challenging situations, but rather have the opportunity to explore these situations as part of a learning process. Having this opportunity can enable peer workers to increase their self‐care behaviour and to enhance their knowledge about mental health and recovery (Bailie & Tickle ; Moran et al . ).…”

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Constructing a positive identity: A qualitative study of the driving forces of peer workers in mental health‐care systems

Vandewalle

Debyser

Beeckman

et al. 2017

Int J Mental Health Nurs

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There is growing recognition in mental health for the perspective of individuals with lived experience of mental health problems and mental health service use. As peer workers, these individuals can use their specific experience to benefit and support peers and professional caregivers, and to participate at all levels of mental health‐care systems. The aim of the present study was to develop a conceptual framework representing the driving forces of peer workers to fullfil their position in mental health‐care systems. A qualitative interview approach was employed using principles of grounded theory. Over a period of 5 months in 2014–2015, semistructured interviews were conducted with 14 peer workers in residential and community mental health‐care systems. The emerged conceptual framework reveals that peer workers strive towards constructing a positive identity. This process is powered by driving forces reflecting a desire for normalization and an urge for self‐preservation. Peer workers realize a meaningful employment by using their lived experience perspective as an asset, liberating themselves out of restrictive role patterns, and by breaking down stigma and taboo. As a precondition to engage in these normalization processes, peer workers perceive they need to secure their self‐preservation by balancing the emergence of adverse emotional fluctuations. The conceptual framework can inform the development of work contexts in which peer workers have an authentic and meaningful contribution, while being offered sufficient support and learning opportunities to manage their well‐being.

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Section: Discussionmentioning

confidence: 99%

Constructing a positive identity: A qualitative study of the driving forces of peer workers in mental health‐care systems

Vandewalle

Debyser

Beeckman

et al. 2017

Int J Mental Health Nurs

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“…The role is complex, as peer support workers hold multiple identities, which must be negotiated both by them (Dyble et al, 2014) and those they support (Bailie et al, 2016). Evidence suggests employment as a peer support worker can be both facilitative and detrimental to personal recovery, although the quality and extent of research is limited (Bailie and Tickle, 2015). However, a systematic review of peer-support for individuals with 'severe mental illnesss' reported a moderate degree of effectiveness, including improvements in service-user empowerment, self-advocacy, hopefulness, engagement, and relationships with providers, as well as reduced inpatient admissions (Chinman et al, 2014).…”

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Perceptions of wellness recovery action plan (WRAP) training: a systematic review and metasynthesis

Canacott

Tickle

Moghaddam

2020

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Purpose The purpose of this systematic review was to address two questions: what is the qualitative evidence for the effects of the Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP) training, as perceived by adults with mental health difficulties using it? What is the quality of qualitative literature evaluating WRAP? Design/methodology/approach Five electronic reference databases and the EThOS database for unpublished research were systematically searched, as well as two pertinent journals. Study quality was assessed using Critical Appraisal Skills Programme criteria and results analysed using thematic synthesis. Findings Of 73 studies, 12 qualitative papers met inclusion criteria and were generally good quality. Analyses demonstrated expected findings, such as increased understanding and active management of mental health in the context of group processes. Results also highlighted that WRAP training promoted acceptance and improved communication with professionals. Peer delivery of WRAP was highly valued, with contrasting perceptions of peers and professionals evident. Some cultural considerations were raised by participants from ethnic minorities. Research limitations/implications WRAP training participation has positive self-perceived effects beyond those captured by measures of recovery. Broader implications are suggested regarding earlier access to WRAP, professional support and communication between professionals and service users. Recommendations for further research include the relationship between social support and illness self-management and peer-delivered acceptance-based approaches. Multiple time-point qualitative studies could offer insights into WRAP training processes and whether changes are sustained. Originality/value As the first review of qualitative evidence regarding WRAP training, value is offered both through increased understanding of outcomes and also guidance for future research.

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“…Additional criteria evaluated the method and analysis and therefore enabled a broader review of the evidence in comparison with the original CASP (2013b). The framework outlines 14 criteria for appraising each of the review papers, applying a scoring system defined by Bailie and Tickle (2015) as follows: '2' if definitely met, '1' if unclear or ambiguous, and '0' if not met. Studies were independently ranked by the first author and second author, and a mean score was calculated.…”

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Service users’ first accounts of experiencing endings from a psychological service or therapy: A systematic review and meta‐ethnographic synthesis

2018

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Purpose. To review and synthesize the qualitative literature on service users' experiences of endings from a psychological service or therapy. Methods.A systematic search of the peer-reviewed literature identified qualitative studies meeting specific inclusion criteria. A modified CASP tool was used to critically appraise their quality, and a meta-ethnographic approach was used to synthesize their findings.Results. Twelve papers met the inclusion criteria. The interpretation of findings suggested three key themes: anticipation of ending, service user control, and sense of responsibility. Although studies varied in geographical location and type of service, they were consistently of high quality.Conclusions. The review highlights the importance of service users' perspectives in understanding the experiences of endings. The findings complement existing literature and provide new interpretations. Considerations for practice were limited; however, the review provides useful directions for future research. Practitioner pointsWhen ending therapy, clinicians should consider the dyadic nature of the therapeutic relationship and the emotional impact this may have upon both service users and staff. Further consideration should be given to how staff manage their responses to the ending. The time-limited structure of therapy may aid the ending process by relieving staff and service users of responsibility.'Ending' in therapy is the process whereby a service user concludes their therapy or treatment. The end point in therapy is influenced by two or three distinct parties: the client, the therapist, andwhere applicable, the service in which the therapy is delivered.

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Effects of employment as a peer support worker on personal recovery: a review of qualitative evidence

Cited by 33 publications

References 37 publications

Constructing a positive identity: A qualitative study of the driving forces of peer workers in mental health‐care systems

Constructing a positive identity: A qualitative study of the driving forces of peer workers in mental health‐care systems

Perceptions of wellness recovery action plan (WRAP) training: a systematic review and metasynthesis

Service users’ first accounts of experiencing endings from a psychological service or therapy: A systematic review and meta‐ethnographic synthesis

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