To what extent are the Christian clergy acting as frontline mental health workers? A study from the North of England

Wood, Emily; Watson, Roger; Hayter, Mark

doi:10.1080/13674676.2010.522565

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“…There was a feeling that SPC services do not reach widely enough and chaplains should serve carers and community patients. Some suggested chaplains acting as a bridge between community and ward [ 27 , 28 ]. ‘I would say if they have been a member of a church before, that might not be too difficult but if they have never been there needs to be some sort of cooperation between the chaplaincy and the people ….who are the pastors in the community’ (21) …”

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Service user views of spiritual and pastoral care (chaplaincy) in NHS mental health services: a co-produced constructivist grounded theory investigation

Raffay

Wood²,

Todd³

2016

BMC Psychiatry

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BackgroundWithin the UK National Health Service (NHS), Spiritual and Pastoral Care (SPC) Services (chaplaincies) have not traditionally embraced research due to the intangible nature of their work. However, small teams like SPC can lead the way towards services across the NHS becoming patient- centred and patient-led. Using co-production principles within research can ensure it, and the resulting services, are truly patient-led.MethodsA series of interviews were conducted with service users across directorates of a large NHS mental health Trust. Their views on the quality of SPC services and desired changes were elicited. Grounded theory was used with a constant comparative approach to the interviews and analysis.ResultsInitial analysis explored views on spirituality and religion in health. Participants’ concerns included what chaplains should do, who they should see, and how soon after admission. Theoretical analysis suggested incorporating an overarching spiritual element into the bio-psycho-social model of mental healthcare.ConclusionsService users’ spirituality should not be sidelined. To service users with strong spiritual beliefs, supporting their spiritual resilience is central to their care and well-being. Failure will lead to non-holistic care unlikely to engage or motivate.

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Service user views of spiritual and pastoral care (chaplaincy) in NHS mental health services: a co-produced constructivist grounded theory investigation

Raffay

Wood²,

Todd³

2016

BMC Psychiatry

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“…Although the comprehension of IFBOs' social services is within certain cultural-social-economic-political contexts (see Bertrand, 2005;Johnsdotter, Ingvarsdotter, Östman, & Carlbom, 2011), faith revivifies the service story (see also Gilbert, 2010;Joseph, 2011). Furthermore, although the service per se has an unblemished, puritan overtone with the modus operandi belying a secularist feel, components of the IFBOs' characters seep into the beneficiary consciousness as well (see E. Wood, Watson, & Hayter, 2011). One of the ways this happens is the recognition and acceptance of religiosity/spirituality as an important psychosocial variable (see also Pargament, Murray-Swank, & Tarakeshwar, 2005;Pesut, Clark, Maxwell, & Michalak, 2011;Schettino et al, 2011).…”

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Beneficiaries of Social Initiatives of Indic Faith-Based Organizations

Pandya

2013

Sage Open

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This article is based on a study of a sample of 966 beneficiaries of selected social initiatives across nine Indic Faith-Based Organizations (IFBOs) in India. Findings revealed that IFBO beneficiary profiles resemble the general public welfare user in terms of financial/economic status. Service experiences entailed duration, type, influence of faith in terms of teachings, vision-mission familiarity, and personnel contact. In general, there was a fairly sustained duration of service obtained and sacredness/faith permeated into varied aspects of service provision. The main beneficiary self-implication was functional need fulfillment. Some transcendental aspects and faith cohesiveness also entered the picture. Perceived implications for society were in terms of contribution to social growth and development, spreading the organizational message, and demonstration of social innovations guided by organizational ideology. Some contentions on perceived differentials vis-à-vis other social initiatives were that the teacher/members of the order and faith marked the difference.

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“…Furthermore, the Sheffield Health and Social Care NHS Foundation Trust have developed methods in promoting spirituality within mental health practice; however, despite this, clergy often desire a more collaborative relationship with mental health services. 10 This study aimed to investigate the stance of clergy, GPs and psychiatrists in Wales on the above themes. A total of 124 clergy, 48 GPs and 13 psychiatrists in Wales were surveyed.…”

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“…15 Virtual cases Seven virtual cases were designed based on common issues seen by clergy (online supplementary appendix A). 10 Cases…”

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Clergy as a frontline mental health service: a UK survey of medical practitioners and clergy

Heseltine-Carp

Hoskins

2020

Gen Psych

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BackgroundChristian clergy have often been identified as ‘frontline mental health workers’ and gatekeepers to mental health services. However, despite this, collaboration between clergy and mental health services remains poor, with some US clergy referring on as little as 10% of cases.AimsIn this study, we aimed to evaluate the collaborative relationship between UK clergy and medical practitioners, with the purpose of identifying key issues that should be addressed to improve such collaboration between the two services.MethodsWe surveyed 124 clergy, 48 general practitioners and 13 psychiatrists in Wales. Part 1 of the survey covered four main themes: demographics; types of mental health cases seen by clergy and practitioners; referral rates between clergy and mental health services; attitude and relationship between clergy and mental health services. Part 2 was directed at clergy only and assessed how sensitive clergy were in identifying and referring on mental health disorders by using seven virtual case vignettes.ResultsClergy frequently encountered mental health cases and around 60%–80% regularly referred on to a healthcare professional. Clergy appeared very effective at identifying and referring on high risk scenarios, such as psychosis, suicidal ideation and substance misuse, however were less effective at identifying and referring on clinical depression and anxiety. Clergy rarely received referrals from medical professionals. Both medical professionals and clergy felt they needed to engage in a more collaborative relationship, and around of one-third of practitioners were prepared to offer training to clergy.ConclusionMost clergy in Wales regularly encounter mental health cases and appear effective at recognising and referring on mental health disorders; however, a large minority do not (20%–40%). Clergy generally do not receive referrals from mental health professionals, despite the proven benefits. Therefore, improving collaboration, developing spiritual training for mental health professionals, and mental health training for clergy is likely useful, a notion that many clergy and medical professionals deem important and are prepared to support.

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To what extent are the Christian clergy acting as frontline mental health workers? A study from the North of England

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References 27 publications

Service user views of spiritual and pastoral care (chaplaincy) in NHS mental health services: a co-produced constructivist grounded theory investigation

Service user views of spiritual and pastoral care (chaplaincy) in NHS mental health services: a co-produced constructivist grounded theory investigation

Beneficiaries of Social Initiatives of Indic Faith-Based Organizations

Clergy as a frontline mental health service: a UK survey of medical practitioners and clergy

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