Abstract
Using a mixed-methods approach, we sought a deeper understanding of patient activation in 46 participants with schizophrenia.
We qualitatively examined narratives for themes related to patient activation and divided the sample based on the mental health
version of the patient activation measure. Participants high in patient activation described acceptance, control over illness,
a wide range of activities that help them, and highlighted collaborative treatment experiences. The groups did not differ
in understanding the cause of illness, what makes symptoms worse, or things they were proud of. Active management of schizophrenia
mirrors physical health activation in several ways.
We qualitatively examined narratives for themes related to patient activation and divided the sample based on the mental health
version of the patient activation measure. Participants high in patient activation described acceptance, control over illness,
a wide range of activities that help them, and highlighted collaborative treatment experiences. The groups did not differ
in understanding the cause of illness, what makes symptoms worse, or things they were proud of. Active management of schizophrenia
mirrors physical health activation in several ways.
- Content Type Journal Article
- Category Original Article
- Pages 1-9
- DOI 10.1007/s10488-012-0435-7
- Authors
- Michelle P. Salyers, Department of Psychology, Indiana University Purdue University Indianapolis (IUPUI), LD 124, 402 N. Blackford St., Indianapolis, IN 46202, USA
- Marianne S. Matthias, VA HSR&D Center on Implementing Evidence-based Practice, Roudebush VAMC, Indianapolis, IN, USA
- Sharon Sidenbender, VA HSR&D Center on Implementing Evidence-based Practice, Roudebush VAMC, Indianapolis, IN, USA
- Amethyst Green, VA HSR&D Center on Implementing Evidence-based Practice, Roudebush VAMC, Indianapolis, IN, USA
- Journal Administration and Policy in Mental Health and Mental Health Services Research
- Online ISSN 1573-3289
- Print ISSN 0894-587X