Establishing an expert mental health consumer research group: Perspectives of nonconsumer researchers. Issue 1 (28th April 2020)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Happell, Brenda; Gordon, Sarah; Roper, Cath; Ellis, Pete; Waks, Shifra; Warner, Terri; Scholz, Brett; Platania‐Phung, Chris
• Is Part Of: Perspectives in psychiatric care. Volume 57:Issue 1(2021)
• Page Start: 33
• Page End: 42
• Publication Date: 2020-04-28
• Subjects: consumer -- Expert Researcher Group -- lived experience -- mental health -- research; Psychiatric nursing -- Periodicals; Psychiatric nursing -- Research -- Periodicals; 616.890231
• DOI: 10.1111/ppc.12520
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 0031-5990

Abstract

Abstract: Purpose: To explore the views and opinions of nonconsumer researchers to the concept of an Expert Consumer Researcher Group. Design and Methods: Qualitative exploratory involving individual interviews with nonconsumer mental health researchers experienced in working collaboratively with consumer researchers. Data were analyzed thematically. Findings: Participants viewed the concept positively, albeit with caution. Perceived advantages included: greater visibility and enhanced access; collegiality; sharing and creating expertise; broader acceptance; making it mandatory; and structure and location. Participants were concerned about potential tokenism and implementation barriers. Practice Implications: Consumer involvement enhances the quality and relevance of research, potentially impacting clinical practice.