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Rise, M. B., Stølan, L. O., Erdner, A., Hedberg, B., Stahl, K., Riise, J., . . . Møllerhøj, J. (2021). Patients' perspectives on three-monthly administration of antipsychotic treatment with paliperidone palmitate: A qualitative interview study. Nordic Journal of Psychiatry, 75(4), 257-265
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2021 (English)In: Nordic Journal of Psychiatry, ISSN 0803-9488, E-ISSN 1502-4725, Vol. 75, no 4, p. 257-265Article in journal (Refereed) Published
Abstract [en]

INTRODUCTION: Three-monthly dosage of paliperidone palmitate entails longer time to relapse after discontinuation, is similarly tolerable and safe compared to monthly injections of paliperidone palmitate and is beneficial for the caregivers. However, few studies have so far explored in depth the patients' experiences with paliperidone palmitate medication every three months, or with switching from monthly to three-monthly injections of paliperidone palmitate.

MATERIAL AND METHODS: A qualitative study based on individual interviews with persons with schizophrenia who receive three-monthly paliperidone palmitate in Norway, Sweden and Denmark. Data was analysed according to qualitative content analysis.

RESULTS: Twenty-four patients, 16 men and 8 women, took part in individual interviews. The patients' mental health care professionals mainly recommended the switch to three-monthly paliperidone palmitate, and few or no disadvantages were described. According to the patients, three-monthly paliperidone palmitate had several advantages, such as less frequent injections, less administration and planning and less focus on the illness. In addition, the participants described feeling more stability, being more physically and socially active, and that improvement processes were supported. For some, the use involved practical and economic challenges, and some worried whether the medicine 'wore off' before the next injection. According to the patients, switching to three-monthly paliperidone palmitate did not influence the frequency or content of patients' interaction with health care professionals.

CONCLUSION: Switching from monthly to three-monthly injections with paliperidone palmitate seems to be experienced as advantageous for patients with schizophrenia.

Keywords
Psychiatry, Antipsychotic medication, Long-term antipsychotic injections, Mental health, Paliperidone palmitate, Schizophrenia, Service user perspectives
National Category
Psychiatry Nursing
Identifiers
urn:nbn:se:esh:diva-8453 (URN)10.1080/08039488.2020.1841289 (DOI)33151121 (PubMedID)
Available from: 2020-12-01 Created: 2020-12-01 Last updated: 2023-01-26Bibliographically approved
Møllerhøj, J., Os Stølan, L., Erdner, A., Hedberg, B., Stahl, K., Riise, J., . . . Rise, M. B. (2020). "I live, I don't work, but I live a very normal life": A qualitative interview study of Scandinavian user experiences of schizophrenia, antipsychotic medication, and personal recovery processes.. Perspectives in psychiatric care, 56(2), 371-378
Open this publication in new window or tab >>"I live, I don't work, but I live a very normal life": A qualitative interview study of Scandinavian user experiences of schizophrenia, antipsychotic medication, and personal recovery processes.
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2020 (English)In: Perspectives in psychiatric care, ISSN 0031-5990, E-ISSN 1744-6163, Vol. 56, no 2, p. 371-378Article in journal (Refereed) Published
Abstract [en]

PURPOSE: To illuminate user experiences of schizophrenia, reasons for receiving antipsychotic medication, and encounters with mental health services.

DESIGN AND METHODS: 24 semistructured qualitative research interviews with schizophrenia patients treated with 3-monthly paliperidone palmitate across Scandinavia were synthesized in qualitative content analysis.

FINDINGS: Participants describe considerable challenges in everyday functioning. Simultaneously, they rate their current mental and physical well-being high and seem satisfied with their lives. These pathways indicate personal recovery.

PRACTICE IMPLICATIONS: The participants emphasize the importance of trustful relations with healthcare professionals, therapeutic conversations, antipsychotic medication in a 3-monthly formulation, and support from relatives.

Keywords
PP3M, Illness insight, Personal recovery, Schizophrenia, Service user perspectives
National Category
Nursing
Identifiers
urn:nbn:se:esh:diva-8342 (URN)10.1111/ppc.12444 (DOI)31633213 (PubMedID)
Available from: 2020-09-25 Created: 2020-09-25 Last updated: 2023-02-07Bibliographically approved
Erdner, A. & Piskator (Eneström), R. (2013). Police experiences of committing people with mental illness to a hospital. Issues in Mental Health Nursing, 34(7), 550-555
Open this publication in new window or tab >>Police experiences of committing people with mental illness to a hospital
2013 (English)In: Issues in Mental Health Nursing, ISSN 0161-2840, E-ISSN 1096-4673, Vol. 34, no 7, p. 550-555Article in journal (Refereed) Published
Abstract [en]

To a large extent today, caring for people with mental illness takes place outside of institutional care. Sometimes, assistance from a special police group may be required to commit the patient to a hospital for continued psychiatric treatment. The aim of this study was to describe a group of police officers and their experiences of committing individuals with mental illness to the hospital for treatment. Two specialised commitment groups within the police were interviewed. A qualitative content analysis was used to identify topics of greater significance in the data. The interviews show that the informants desire greater cooperation with psychiatric care personnel and want to know more about mental illness and how to approach those with mental illness.

National Category
Health Sciences
Identifiers
urn:nbn:se:esh:diva-4308 (URN)10.3109/01612840.2013.783658 (DOI)23875557 (PubMedID)
Available from: 2015-01-28 Created: 2015-01-28 Last updated: 2020-12-07Bibliographically approved
Wadhagen Wedlund, E., Nilsson, L., Tomson, T. & Erdner, A. (2013). What is important in rehabilitation for persons with epilepsy? Experiences from focus group interviews with patients and staff. Epilepsy & Behavior, 28(3), 347-353
Open this publication in new window or tab >>What is important in rehabilitation for persons with epilepsy? Experiences from focus group interviews with patients and staff
2013 (English)In: Epilepsy & Behavior, ISSN 1525-5050, E-ISSN 1525-5069, Vol. 28, no 3, p. 347-353Article in journal (Refereed) Published
Abstract [en]

This study aimed to identify the issues experienced as essential in rehabilitation for persons with epilepsy. Six focus group interviews were conducted, five groups with patients that had completed comprehensive rehabilitation for persons with epilepsy, in a day-care setting, at the Neurological Rehabilitation Clinic at Stora Sköndal Hospital, between 2006 and 2009 (total n=17) and one group with staff members (n=5). Using content analysis, two themes emerged: life with epilepsy and rehabilitation experiences. The result emphasizes that rehabilitation for persons with epilepsy should be designed individually, in structure and in content. Encounters between patients were important, as well as the team's attitude in meeting with the patients. Therapeutic working alliance is essential between patients and staff for creating an individual rehabilitation.

National Category
Health Sciences
Identifiers
urn:nbn:se:esh:diva-4309 (URN)10.1016/j.yebeh.2013.05.022 (DOI)23827317 (PubMedID)
Available from: 2015-01-28 Created: 2015-01-28 Last updated: 2020-12-07Bibliographically approved
Erdner, A., Magnusson, A. & Lützén, K. (2012). Basic attitudes toward life expressed by persons with long-term mental illness living in a Swedish community. Issues in Mental Health Nursing, 33(6), 387-393
Open this publication in new window or tab >>Basic attitudes toward life expressed by persons with long-term mental illness living in a Swedish community
2012 (English)In: Issues in Mental Health Nursing, ISSN 0161-2840, E-ISSN 1096-4673, Vol. 33, no 6, p. 387-393Article in journal (Refereed) Published
Abstract [en]

Previous research has shown that persons with long-term mental illness who require prolonged treatment and social support wish to, yet find it difficult to, find meaning or quality in life. A descriptive qualitative design using self-photography and in-depth interviews was used for data collection. The aim of this study was to explore basic attitudes to life as expressed by nine persons with long-term mental illness living in the community. The findings provide insight into the values of relationships, work, and the home for persons with long-term mental illness and indicate that they are cognizant of social norms yet have difficulty integrating these in their daily lives. The study also illuminates the informants' difficulties in creating satisfying and supporting relationships with others.

National Category
Nursing
Identifiers
urn:nbn:se:esh:diva-557 (URN)10.3109/01612840.2012.661520 (DOI)22646203 (PubMedID)
Note

Title in dissertation: Cautiousness : a basic attitudes towards life for persons with long-term mental illness

Publication status in dissertation: Submitted

Available from: 2010-08-20 Created: 2010-08-20 Last updated: 2022-01-03Bibliographically approved
Erdner, A. & Magnusson, A. (2012). Caregivers’ difficulties in activating long-term mental illness patients with low self-esteem. Journal of Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing, 19(2), 140-145
Open this publication in new window or tab >>Caregivers’ difficulties in activating long-term mental illness patients with low self-esteem
2012 (English)In: Journal of Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing, ISSN 1351-0126, E-ISSN 1365-2850, Vol. 19, no 2, p. 140-145Article in journal (Refereed) Published
Abstract [en]

The aim of the study was to describe psychiatric caregivers’ perceptions of self-esteem and activities for patients with long-term mental illness. The study design used a qualitative approach, based on an open lifeworld perspective. A total of 13 caregivers at four psychiatric hospital units in a large Swedish city were interviewed about their views on patients’ physical activity and/or other pastimes, as well as their self-esteem and its bearing on the patients’ well-being. According to the caregivers, it is up to the patients themselves to decide what they wish to occupy themselves with. In the same time the caregivers’ opinions are that patients have difficulties to occupy themselves.The caregivers believe that patients’ disability is based in a lack of self-esteem, commitment and capacity to realize their wishes. The caregivers in this study argue that activities are valuable for self-esteem and physical health of people with long-term mental illness. The caregivers consider that it is the patient’s responsibility to initiate their needs of activities. This means that the caregivers do not use their knowledge about the importance of activities for the patient’s health.Search terms: activity, caregivers, mental illness.

Place, publisher, year, edition, pages
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Keywords
clinical research, long-term care, mental health, nursing role, psychosis
National Category
Medical and Health Sciences Nursing
Identifiers
urn:nbn:se:esh:diva-1355 (URN)10.1111/j.1365-2850.2011.01766.x (DOI)
Note

Article first published online: 22 JUN 2011

Available from: 2011-11-18 Created: 2011-11-18 Last updated: 2023-11-16Bibliographically approved
Wadhagen Wedlund, E., Nilsson, L., Erdner, A. & Tomson, T. (2012). Long-term follow-up after comprehensive rehabilitation of persons with epilepsy, with emphasis on participation in employment or education. Epilepsy & Behavior, 25(2), 219-223
Open this publication in new window or tab >>Long-term follow-up after comprehensive rehabilitation of persons with epilepsy, with emphasis on participation in employment or education
2012 (English)In: Epilepsy & Behavior, ISSN 1525-5050, E-ISSN 1525-5069, Vol. 25, no 2, p. 219-223Article in journal (Refereed) Published
Abstract [en]

The objective of this study was to describe the current situation of patients with epilepsy after rehabilitation with emphasis on employment and education and to investigate if clinical factors at admission were associated with increase in employment or education. All patients that participated in a comprehensive rehabilitation were eligible. Data were collected from medical records at admission, during rehabilitation, at discharge and from a structured telephone interview at follow-up 1-17 years after admission. In total, 124 patients participated in the follow-up. Participation in employment or education improved from admission to follow-up in 38 patients. In univariable analysis, active epilepsy with tonic-clonic seizures at admission was significantly associated with increased participation in employment or education at follow-up, so was decreased frequency of tonic-clonic seizures from admission to follow-up. The significance of the associations disappeared in adjusted multivariable analysis. Participation in employment or education was improved for many patients at follow-up.

National Category
Health Sciences
Identifiers
urn:nbn:se:esh:diva-4307 (URN)10.1016/j.yebeh.2012.06.029 (DOI)23032136 (PubMedID)
Available from: 2015-01-28 Created: 2015-01-28 Last updated: 2020-12-07Bibliographically approved
Erdner, A. & Magnusson, A. (2012). Physical activities and their importance to the health of people with severe mental illness in Sweden. Issues in Mental Health Nursing, 33(10), 676-679
Open this publication in new window or tab >>Physical activities and their importance to the health of people with severe mental illness in Sweden
2012 (English)In: Issues in Mental Health Nursing, ISSN 0161-2840, E-ISSN 1096-4673, Vol. 33, no 10, p. 676-679Article in journal (Refereed) Published
Abstract [en]

It is well known that people with severe mental illness often suffer from constant fatigue, insomnia, and somatic complaints that are too often overlooked. In addition, these persons die earlier in life than others in the population. The purpose of this study was to investigate patients' descriptions of activities and the importance of these activities for their health. Eight persons living in their own home were interviewed about both their views about exercise and their exercising activities. Two themes emerged: Getting Control over One's Life and The Need for Contact with Family & Friends. All of the informants were aware of the importance of physical activity to feel good. The informants described three different forms of activities: daily activities in the home, activities in a rehabilitation centre, and various forms of jogging. These different forms of activity were important to the informants since they reduced their anxiety and stress.

National Category
Health Sciences
Identifiers
urn:nbn:se:esh:diva-4306 (URN)10.3109/01612840.2012.697253 (DOI)23017044 (PubMedID)
Available from: 2015-01-28 Created: 2015-01-28 Last updated: 2020-12-07Bibliographically approved
Erdner, A. & Magnusson, A. (2011). Etiska utmaningar för sjuksköterskor i psykistrisk vård. In: Gunilla Silfverberg (Ed.), "Nej, det går inte": etiska utmaningar i psykiatrisk vård (pp. 91-103). Stockholm: Ersta Sköndal högskolas förlag
Open this publication in new window or tab >>Etiska utmaningar för sjuksköterskor i psykistrisk vård
2011 (Swedish)In: "Nej, det går inte": etiska utmaningar i psykiatrisk vård / [ed] Gunilla Silfverberg, Stockholm: Ersta Sköndal högskolas förlag , 2011, p. 91-103Chapter in book (Other (popular science, discussion, etc.))
Abstract [sv]

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Place, publisher, year, edition, pages
Stockholm: Ersta Sköndal högskolas förlag, 2011
National Category
Medical and Health Sciences
Identifiers
urn:nbn:se:esh:diva-1356 (URN)978-913832584-1 (ISBN)
Projects
Hamiltonseminariet Etiska utmaningar i psykiatrisk vård
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Available from: 2011-11-18 Created: 2011-11-18 Last updated: 2020-12-07Bibliographically approved
Erdner, A. & Magnusson, A. (2011). Photography as a method of data collection: helping people with long-term mental illness to convey their life world.. Perspectives in psychiatric care, 47(3), 145-50
Open this publication in new window or tab >>Photography as a method of data collection: helping people with long-term mental illness to convey their life world.
2011 (English)In: Perspectives in psychiatric care, ISSN 0031-5990, E-ISSN 1744-6163, Vol. 47, no 3, p. 145-50Article in journal (Refereed) Published
Abstract [en]

PURPOSE: The purpose of this article is to describe a method to help patients with long-term mental illness describe their life situations--their "life worlds"--through photography.

CONCLUSIONS: Photographs and interviews are useful for data collection. The positive effect of this method is allowing informants who have long-term mental illnesses to express their perceptions.

PRACTICE IMPLICATIONS: Nurses can use photography in conjunction with interviews to ascertain the life worlds of their patients.

Keywords
Data collection, long-term mental illness, method, photography
National Category
Nursing
Identifiers
urn:nbn:se:esh:diva-1653 (URN)10.1111/j.1744-6163.2010.00283.x (DOI)21707630 (PubMedID)
Available from: 2012-06-29 Created: 2012-06-29 Last updated: 2020-12-07Bibliographically approved
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