Meta-synthesis of qualitative research on the barriers and facilitators to implementing workplace mental health interventions

Yarker, Joanna; Rachel, L; Alice, Sinclair; Georgia, Michlig; Munir, Fehmidah

doi:10.1016/j.ssmmh.2022.100148

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“…Indeed, the suggestion that only the data collector has the appropriate knowledge and understanding to analyse and interpret the data suggests that their interpretation is the only accurate or acceptable one, an assumption that is at odds with a key tenet of qualitative research regarding plurality of understandings. Aside from the reuse of individual data sets, there is existing good practice around metasynthesis of qualitative data, and many examples of this (Billings et al, 2021; Nicholls et al, 2022; Yarker et al, 2022).…”

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The challenges of open data sharing for qualitative researchers

Lamb,

Russell,

Morant

et al. 2024

J Health Psychol

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‘Open Science’ advocates for open access to scientific research, as well as sharing data, analysis plans and code in order to enable replication of results. However, these requirements typically fail to account for methodological differences between quantitative and qualitative research, and serious ethical problems are raised by the suggestion that full qualitative datasets can or should be published alongside qualitative research papers. Aside from important ethical concerns, the idea of sharing qualitative data in order to enable replication is conceptually at odds with the underpinnings on most qualitative methodologies, which highlight the importance of the unique interpretative function of the researcher. The question of whether secondary analysis of qualitative data is acceptable is key, and in this commentary we argue that there are good conceptual, ethical and economic reasons to consider how funders, researchers and publishers can make better use of existing data.

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Section: Appropriateness Of Secondary Qualitative Data Analysismentioning

confidence: 99%

The challenges of open data sharing for qualitative researchers

Lamb,

Russell,

Morant

et al. 2024

J Health Psychol

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“…We need to understand better if the lack of the expected outcomes of an intervention was due to shortcomings in the way the intervention was implemented or if the underlying theory about how the intervention would work was wrong. As the number of workplace interventions that do not reach the expected outcomes continues to be high, scholars have called for more specific implementation and evaluation research [24][25][26]. Implementation science can provide a useful lens for examining the 'how' and 'why' interventions work or fail.…”

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Barriers and facilitators to implementing workplace interventions to promote mental health: qualitative evidence synthesis

Paterson,

Leduc,

Maxwell

et al. 2024

Syst Rev

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Background Despite growing interest in workplace mental health interventions, evidence of their effectiveness is mixed. Implementation science offers a valuable lens to investigate the factors influencing successful implementation. However, evidence synthesis is lacking, especially for small-to-medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and for specific work sectors. The objectives of this review are to establish the scope of research with explicit analysis of implementation aspects of workplace mental health interventions and to identify barriers and facilitators to implementation in general and within SMEs and selected sectors. Methods A systematic scoping review and meta-synthesis of mixed methods process evaluation research from 11 databases, with the evaluation of methodological quality (MMAT) and confidence in findings (CERQual), was conducted. We selected information-rich studies and synthesised them using domains within the Nielsen and Randall implementation framework: context, intervention activities, implementation; and mental models. Results We included 43 studies published between 2009 and 2022, of which 22 were rated as information-rich to be analysed for barriers and facilitators. Most studies were conducted in healthcare. Facilitators reflecting ‘high confidence’ included: relevant and tailored content, continuous and pro-active leadership buy-in and support, internal or external change agents/champions, assistance from managers and peers, resources, and senior-level experience and awareness of mental health issues. Healthcare sector-specific facilitators included: easy accessibility with time provided, fostering relationships, clear communication, and perceptions of the intervention. Stigma and confidentiality issues were reported as barriers overall. Due to the small number of studies within SMEs reported findings did not reach ‘high confidence’. A lack of studies in construction and Information and Communication Technology meant separate analyses were not possible. Conclusions There is dependable evidence of key factors for the implementation of workplace mental health interventions which should be used to improve implementation. However, there is a lack of studies in SMEs and in a larger variety of sectors. Systematic review registration Research Registry (reviewregistry897).

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“…While one included study did involve staff participants, it in fact evaluated impacts on students (Culver, et al, 2021). This absence of staff-centred research is surprising given the broadening scholarship on mental health at work -both in general (Fox, et al, 2022;Rugulies, et al, 2023;Yarker, et al, 2022) and specific to higher education (Hammoudi Halat, et al, 2023;Ohadomere & Ogamba, 2021;Urbina-Garcia, 2020). While this may be influenced by chronic difficulties in planning, implementation, and evaluation -such as lack of institutional commitment to change (Darker, et al, 2023;Dooris, Farrier, Powell, et al, 2019) -it remains a vital area for further research and advocacy.…”

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How do changes to policies, systems, and environments in universities affect mental health and wellbeing? A systematic mixed studies review

Luu,

Keilar,

Paras

et al. 2023

Preprint

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Background: Mental ill health is persistent and pervasive throughout universities worldwide, with consequent calls for whole-of-university approaches to improve mental health and wellbeing throughout all levels and areas of the institutional setting. However, rather than addressing setting-level factors, most research focuses on individual-level intervention and change. The literature on setting-level change consequently remains limited and under-synthesised.Aim: To identify the domains of setting-level change – particularly focusing on institutional policies, systems, and environments (PSE) – evaluated for mental health impacts in universities, and to synthesise the ways in which PSE changes affect student and staff mental health and wellbeing.Method: A systematic mixed studies review, searching APA PsycINFO, MEDLINE via Ovid, and Web of Science, was conducted. Qualitative, quantitative, and mixed-methods studies, investigating mental health outcomes, perspectives, and experiences arising from PSE changes in university settings, were included. Included studies were critically appraised using the Mixed Methods Appraisal Tool.Findings: Eighteen studies (three qualitative, six quantitative, and nine mixed-methods) were included in this review. All studies evaluated PSE changes in relation to students’ mental health and wellbeing. Two domains of PSE changes were identified: (1) learning and teaching, and (2) student-focused policy. Most studies demonstrated moderate to high risk of bias.Conclusion: There is mixed evidence on how PSE changes in universities affect students’ mental health and wellbeing, and further research is needed on the impacts of PSE changes upon staff. There is also a need for greater adoption of more rigorous, complexity-oriented study designs.

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Meta-synthesis of qualitative research on the barriers and facilitators to implementing workplace mental health interventions

Cited by 12 publications

References 52 publications

The challenges of open data sharing for qualitative researchers

The challenges of open data sharing for qualitative researchers

Barriers and facilitators to implementing workplace interventions to promote mental health: qualitative evidence synthesis

How do changes to policies, systems, and environments in universities affect mental health and wellbeing? A systematic mixed studies review

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