Staff and patient perceptions of research in an integrated mental health service

Michelle Cleary, Glenn E. Hunt, Adele Freeman, Garry Walter

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    Abstract

    The purpose of this research was to survey staff and patients about their experience, knowledge, and attitudes regarding research. One hundred and sixty patients were interviewed using a questionnaire. In addition, a modified version of the same questionnaire was sent to multidisciplinary staff (n = 476), and about two-fifths (n = 181, 38%) were returned. Participants were interested in research and keen to know more about methods and processes. There were significant differences between staff and patients in terms of attitudes towards evidence-based practice and knowledge about research. The findings support the notion that staff and patients hold similar views about research methods and influences.
    Original languageEnglish
    Pages (from-to)341-358
    Number of pages18
    JournalIssues in Mental Health Nursing
    Volume28
    Publication statusPublished - 2007

    Keywords

    • mental health
    • research

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