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Type: | Journal article |
Title: | Self-management of medication for mental health problems by homeless young people |
Author: | Muir-Cochrane, E. Fereday, J. Jureidini, J. Drummond, A. Darbyshire, P. |
Citation: | International Journal of Mental Health Nursing, 2006; 15(3):163-170 |
Publisher: | Blackwell Publishers Ltd |
Issue Date: | 2006 |
ISSN: | 1445-8330 1447-0349 |
Statement of Responsibility: | Eimear Muir-Cochrane, Jennifer Fereday, Jon Jureidini, Andrew Drummond and Philip Darbyshire |
Abstract: | Youth homelessness is a growing Australian and international concern associated with considerable health disadvantage, including serious mental health problems. This paper reports findings of a qualitative study that explored young homeless people’s experiences of mental health and well-being through in-depth interviews. Thematic analysis identified medication use and management as a central issue for the young people. Reasons identified for medication non-adherence included unwanted side-effects, issues of access and storage, and lack of support from health and social agencies. These problems were compounded by everyday stresses of homelessness. Medication adherence was facilitated by social support, consistent contact with supportive health services, and regular medication supply, often resulting in improved mental health and well-being. For these young people, prioritizing management of medication helped stabilize one aspect of their lives. Health professionals can play an important role in helping them achieving this goal. |
Keywords: | Humans Psychotropic Drugs Polypharmacy Self Administration Drug Storage Adaptation, Psychological Health Knowledge, Attitudes, Practice Treatment Refusal Mental Disorders Mental Health Services Nursing Methodology Research Qualitative Research Social Support Adolescent Urban Population Drug Costs Health Services Needs and Demand South Australia Female Male Patient Education as Topic Surveys and Questionnaires Ill-Housed Persons |
Description: | Article first published online: 4 AUG 2006 |
Rights: | © 2006 Australian and New Zealand College of Mental Health Nurses |
DOI: | 10.1111/j.1447-0349.2006.00420.x |
Published version: | http://dx.doi.org/10.1111/j.1447-0349.2006.00420.x |
Appears in Collections: | Aurora harvest 6 Psychiatry publications |
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