Associate Professor in Forensic Mental Health and
Ellen Boldrup Tingleff
Forensic Mental Health Research Unit Middelfart (RFM), Department of Regional Health Research, Faculty of Health Science, University of Southern Denmark & Psychiatric Department Middelfart, Mental Health Services in the Region of Southern Denmark, Østre
| Project management | ||
| Project status | Open | |
| Data collection dates | ||
| Start | 01.03.2025 | |
| End | 31.12.2027 | |
Health-related quality of life and psychological well-being in family members of mental health service users being cared for in adult forensic and non-forensic mental settings.
Short summary
The study investigates health-related quality of life (HRQoL) and psychological well-being in family members of forensic mental health service users compared to family members of non-forensic mental health service users.
Rationale
No study has evidently assessed the quality of life in family members of forensic service users compared to non-forensic service users. However, it has, however, been suggested, that family members in forensic mental health settings face severe burdens. For example, a recent systematic review shows, that family members experience guilt feelings and massive responsibilities. These results are mirrored in a qualitative study with 15 family members (parents) in FMHS in Denmark.
Description of the cohort
Family members of service users with a mental illness being cared for in inpatient settings. The service users (aged 18+ years at the time of the survey) have been hospitalized for a minimum of one month in a mental health unit within the past five years. Family members should understand Danish.
Data and biological material
Questionnaire data.