Case Study: The Internet as a Developmental Tool in an Adolescent Boy With Psychosis

Daley, Melita; Becker, Daniel F.; Flaherty, Lois T.; Harper, Gordon; King, Robert A.; Lester, Patricia; Milosavljevic, Nada; Onesti, Silvio J.; Rappaport, Nancy; Schwab‐Stone, Mary

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“…Use of online social networking by people with psychosis and differences with control populations. The individual case studies suggest that people with psychosis use online SNSs (Daley et al, 2005;Veretilo & Billick, 2012). Observational studies examining forum use suggest that people with psychosis are utilising these online SNSs to engage in online social interactions (Bauer et al, 2013;Chang, 2009;Haker et al, 2005;Schielein et al, 2008;Vayreda & Antaki, 2009).…”

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Online social networking in people with psychosis: A systematic review

Highton‐Williamson

Priebe

Giacco

2014

Int J Soc Psychiatry

101

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Online social networking in people with psychosis: A systematic review

Highton‐Williamson

Priebe

Giacco

2014

Int J Soc Psychiatry

101

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“…The articles included a case report [26], a content analysis of postings to Internet forums [27], a qualitative study of Internet use by people with a diagnosis of schizophrenia [28] and an RCT of Internet peer support [29]. The case study [26] and content analysis [27] of postings to schizophrenia discussion groups found open use of the Internet to be a beneficial way of increasing self-esteem and reducing symptoms. The qualitative study [28] is more useful as it was able to describe both the positives (relief, reassurance and reduction of fear) and negatives that may be associated with open use of the Internet.…”

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What is the potential for social networks and support to enhance future telehealth interventions for people with a diagnosis of schizophrenia: a critical interpretive synthesis

Daker‐White

Rogers

2013

BMC Psychiatry

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BackgroundDigital technologies are increasingly directed at improved monitoring, management and treatment of mental health. However, their potential contribution to social networks and self-management support for people diagnosed with a serious mental illness has rarely been considered. This review and meta-synthesis aimed to examine the processes of engagement and perceived relevance and appropriateness of telehealth interventions for people with a diagnosis of schizophrenia. The review addresses three key questions. How is the use of digital communications technologies framed in the professional psychiatric literature? How might the recognised benefits of telehealth translate to people with a diagnosis of schizophrenia? What is the user perspective concerning Internet information and communication technologies?MethodsA critical interpretive synthesis (CIS) of published findings from quantitative and qualitative studies of telehealth interventions for people with a diagnosis of schizophrenia.ResultsMost studies were of an exploratory nature. The professional discourse about the use of different technologies was overlain by concerns with surveillance and control, focusing on the Internet as a potential site of risk and danger. The critical synthesis of findings showed that the key focus of the available studies was on the delivery of existing traditional approaches (e.g. improving medications adherence, provision of medical information about the condition, symptom monitoring and cognitive behavioural therapy). Even though it was clear that the Internet has considerable potential in terms of accessing and utilising lay support, the potential of communication technologies in mobilising of resources for personal self-management or peer support was a relatively absent or hidden a focus of the available studies.ConclusionsBased on an interpretive synthesis of available studies, people with a diagnosis of schizophrenia or psychosis use the Internet primarily for the purposes of disclosure and information gathering. Empowerment, regulation and surveillance emerged as the key dimensions of engagement (or not) with telehealth interventions. The findings suggest that telehealth interventions are disproportionately used by particular patient groups (e.g.women, people who are employed). Further research needs to ascertain the mechanisms by which telehealth interventions may be potentially beneficial or harmful for engagement and management to people with a diagnosis of schizophrenia.

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“…According to Houlihan, "Internet applications are able to facilitate communication; increase access to services, including health-related services; allow shopping without physical barriers; and provide an interactive and stimulating medium for information exchange" (34,p.422). Quite simply, electronic media can provide entertainment and distraction, as well as information (24).…”

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“…The anonymity of the In-ternet can allow for the discussion of difficult feelings and stress events in a manner that some people find less frightening or intrusive (37). For many, Internet communication is less anxietyprovoking than face-to-face interaction (24).…”

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Pediatric Palliative Care Online: The Views of Health Care Professionals

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The purpose of the study was to evaluate the role of an online resource for dying children, their family members, and health care providers from the perspective of pediatric palliative care experts. Semistructured interviews with 12 leaders in pediatric palliative care in North America were conducted, exploring their perceptions and attitudes towards various aspects of Web-based resources for dying children and their care providers. Informants felt that an online resource may allow for a different form of expression, a connection between people undergoing a rare event, and an increase in education and support. Major challenges, such as accessibility, monitoring, and remaining current, would be ongoing. Other key themes included access, information, and anonymity. The data suggest that developing Web-based resources for dying young patients and their families may have merit. Should this take place, a feasibility study will be necessary to further determine the value of such a Web site for these vulnerable populations. Resume I l.'etude a pour objet d'evaluer Ie role d'une ressource en ligne destlnee aux enfants mourants, aux membres de leur famille, ainsi qu'aux professionnels de la sante, et ce du point de vue des specialistes en soins palliatifs pedlatrlques, On a effectue des entrevues ssml-structurees aupres de 12 leaders du domaine des soins palliatifs pediatriques a l'echelle nord-arnericaine, afin de decouvrir leurs perceptions et attitudes envers differents aspects des ressources Internet elaborees a I'intention des enfants mourants et de leurs soignants. Les personnes lnterroqees etaient d'avis qu'une ressource en ligne pourrait favoriser une forme d'expression nouvelle, la creation de liens entre des personnes vivant une experience unique, de marne qu'une hausse du niveau de sensibilisation et de soutien. On devra relever cependant de grands defls, tels que l'accessibllite, la surveillance et Ie necessaire de mise ajour du site. Au nombre des themes cles, mentionnons l'acces, I'information et I'anonymat. Les donnees recueillies laissent supposer que la mise au point de ressources sur Internet pour les enfants mourants et les membres de leur famille pourrait avoir du merits. Si Ie projet devait se realiser, il serait necessaire de conduire au prealable une etude de faisabilite qui permettrait de mieux determiner Ie bien-fonda d'un tel site Internet pour ces populations vulnerables.

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Case Study: The Internet as a Developmental Tool in an Adolescent Boy With Psychosis

Cited by 8 publications

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Online social networking in people with psychosis: A systematic review

Online social networking in people with psychosis: A systematic review

What is the potential for social networks and support to enhance future telehealth interventions for people with a diagnosis of schizophrenia: a critical interpretive synthesis

Pediatric Palliative Care Online: The Views of Health Care Professionals

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