Disrupted Relationships: Psychosis and Connectedness
Research type
Research Study
Full title
Disrupted Relationships: Psychosis and Connectedness in Emerging Adulthood
IRAS ID
189099
Contact name
Zoe Boden
Contact email
Sponsor organisation
London South Bank University
Duration of Study in the UK
0 years, 11 months, 30 days
Research summary
This project aims to understand more about the relational lives of young people with early psychosis. Strong relationships are a significant source of support for recovery and are essential for physical and emotional well-being. However, the relational context of mental health remains under-researched. Using an innovative ‘relational mapping’ interview method, data from approximately 20 young people experiencing early psychosis will be collected. Interviews will involve drawing a 'map' to show the young person's key relationships and exploring the qualities of these relationships (family, peers and professionals). Transcripts will be analysed using Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis. Findings will lead to recommendations to improve social interventions and support for the young people and their informal carers.
REC name
London - Dulwich Research Ethics Committee
REC reference
15/LO/1821
Date of REC Opinion
13 Nov 2015
REC opinion
Favourable Opinion