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Using the Newcastle Model to understand people whose behaviour challenges in dementia care
National guidance for working with people whose behaviour challenges in dementia care suggests that a psychosocial approach should be the first-line intervention....
Psychosis is an umbrella term for a range of mental health problems characterised by hallucinations, delusions, and/or becoming inactive or withdrawn. This article...
Positive behaviour support: exploring the experiences of nurses
Background Positive behaviour support (PBS) has become an important and useful framework in the care of patients with behaviours that challenge. However, there is a...
Most people enjoy laughing and having fun, and this can enable individuals to socialise and bond. However, there is a difference between spontaneous laughter and...
Assessing and managing communication needs in people with serious mental illness
Effective communication is essential to maintain mental health and resilience. Communication can be challenging for people who experience serious mental illness...
Effects of a mindfulness-based stress reduction course on the psychological well-being of individuals with an intellectual disability
Aim To evaluate the effect of a 12-week mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR) course adapted for people with an intellectual disability (ID). Methods Ten...
Implementing hope-based interventions in adolescent and young adult cancer survivors
survivorship positive psychology
In the US, the number of cancer survivors is increasing as a result of advances in treatment. The psychosocial sequelae associated with cancer and its treatment,...
Positive psychology for depression: a critical review
Background Positive psychology has become a popular approach to psychology. Aim To evaluate the approach of positive psychology in dealing with depression and the...
An alternative admission process for patients with an autism spectrum disorder and/or an intellectual disability
Patient satisfaction in psychiatric emergency departments (EDs) largely relies on the knowledge and training of the staff providing care, and patients report higher...