Perspectives: involving persons with lived experience of mental health conditions in service delivery, development and leadership
Charlene Sunkel, Claudia Sartor
Abstract
Globally, there has been an emphasis on the importance and value of involving people with lived experience of mental health conditions in service delivery, development and leadership. Such individuals have taken on various roles, from peer support specialists and other specialised professions to leadership in mainstream industries. There are, however, still obstacles to overcome before it is possible to fully include people with lived experience at all levels in the mental health and related sectors. This article discusses the benefits, both to the individual and to the public, of involving persons with lived experience in service delivery, development and leadership.
Topics & Concepts
MainstreamLived experienceMental healthService delivery frameworkPublic relationsValue (mathematics)Leadership developmentService (business)MedicinePeer supportNursingPsychologyBusinessPolitical scienceMarketingPsychiatryComputer sciencePsychotherapistMachine learningLawMental Health and Patient InvolvementHealthcare innovation and challengesAdolescent and Pediatric Healthcare