What is it about?

The expression of sexuality and relationships are a fundamental part of life. The aim of this proposed review will be to synthesize the best available qualitative evidence on the experiences and support needs of people with serious mental illness (SMI) regarding sexuality and intimacy within hospital and community settings.

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Why is it important?

The review protocol proposes to: Explore intimate relationship experiences of people with SMI Identify specific issues related to sexuality important to people with SMI Uncover potential obstacles to the expression of sexuality Present recommendations for mental health policy, education, research and practice.

Perspectives

Will explore the subjective experiences of people with SMI and presents clear recommendations for mental health policy, education, research and practice.

Dr Edward McCann
City, University of London

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This page is a summary of: Sexuality and intimacy among people with serious mental illness in hospital and community settings, The JBI Database of Systematic Reviews and Implementation Reports, February 2018, Wolters Kluwer Health,
DOI: 10.11124/jbisrir-2017-003450.
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