The Mental Health Research Network has produced three detailed case studies that showcase the contributions that carers have made to mental health research through their involvement in studies.
Expert Carers Helping Others (ECHO)
The ECHO case study describes carer involvement in a guided self-help intervention which demonstrates how to support and promote recovery in Anorexia Nervosa for carers. The ECHO programme is being studied as part of a Randomised Control Trial, to look at the impacts of the use of ECHO on Anorexia Nervosa symptoms.
Improving Physical Health and Reducing Substance Use in Severe Ment...
The IMPaCT case study describes carer involvement in stages two and three of the research programme. Stage two saw the development of a health promotion programme aiming to change negative lifestyle habits, such as substance use and to encourage good nutrition and exercise. Its effectiveness is now being assessed in stage three of the programme, as part of a Randomised Controlled Trial.
MHRN Heart of England Hub Carer Reference Group
The MHRN Heart of England Hub Carer Reference Group case study describes carer involvement in a Patient and Public Involvement group. The members of the group comment on studies submitted by researchers, bringing a carer perspective to different elements of the research.
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