Browsing by Person "Whitehead, Jacqueline"

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ACHIEVE - active in children's health: integrating evidence, valuing experience
(The Royal Society of Medicine Journals, 2012-06) Mulvanny, A.; Whitehead, Jacqueline; Forsyth, Kirsty; Maciver, Donald; Walsh, M.; Healthcare Improvement Scotland; Knowledge Transfer Partnership
The article discusses a study to develop a comprehensive procedure for continued assessment of children aged between of 0-18 years with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). The authors have designed a pathway incorporating 6 key performance indicators (KPIs) including a standardized classroom observation schedule, structured and equitable training opportunities and access to paediatric and Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS) occupational therapy where appropriate.
Service related needs of older people with dementia: perspectives of service users and their unpaid carers.
(Cambridge University Press, 2013-03) Górska, Sylwia; Forsyth, Kirsty; Irvine, Linda; Maciver, Donald; Prior, Susan; Whitehead, Jacqueline; Flockhart, Janice; Fairnie, Jane; Reid, Jenny
Background: Dementia is a major cause of disability among older people and constitutes one of the greatest challenges currently facing families, and health and social care services in the developed world. In response to trends in dementia prevalence and the impact the condition has on peoples' lives, dementia care has been placed high on the public and political agenda in the UK. However, despite significant public resources being allocated to combat the impact of the disease, recent evidence indicates that numerous challenges in relation to service provision remain. This study aimed to develop a deeper understanding of the lived experience of people with dementia regarding their service related needs. Method: The study made use of data gathered through individual semi-structured, narrative interviews conducted with persons with experience of dementia and their unpaid carers. Results: Although participants were generally satisfied with the services they received, a number of unmet needs related to service provision were identified. In terms of diagnostic procedures the findings of this study indicate the need for early diagnosis delivered through a comprehensive assessment package. The participants also highlighted the need for well co-ordinated post-diagnostic support, greater continuity of care concerning the personnel involved, and enhanced access to non-pharmacological interventions to support identity and social engagement. Conclusion: This study contributes to a better understanding of service related needs of people with dementia in relation to diagnostic procedures and post-diagnostic support.
The Model of Human Occupation
(Lippencott Williams and Wilkens, Baltimore., 2013-03) Forsyth, Kirsty; Taylor, R. R.; Kramer, J.; Prior, Susan; Ritchie, L.; Whitehead, Jacqueline; Owen, Christine; Melton, J.; Cohn, E. S.; Gillen, G.; Scaffa, M.; Schell, BA
The value of an inter-agency pathway for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
(2011-02) Russell, Lucy; Forbes, Fiona; Forsyth, Kirsty; Maciver, Donald; Mulvanny, Amanda; Whitehead, Jacqueline
Introduction: This article, co-authored by experts in research, child and adolescent mental health, occupational therapy and education services, considers service provision in Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). Contents: This article outlines the roles of those who are involved in service provision for children and young people with ADHD, and identifies the challenges faced by ADHD services. Care pathways are then described, with details of factors which need to be considered in the mapping of potential local pathways. Conclusions: The development of local care pathways for the diagnosis and management of ADHD is suggested as a method of meeting the challenges identified.