The uptake and utility of a reflective practice group for psychiatry registrars in a state-wide forensic service.
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| Title: | The uptake and utility of a reflective practice group for psychiatry registrars in a state-wide forensic service. |
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| Authors: | Walker, Graham (AUTHOR), Sarkar, Jaydip (AUTHOR), Bhalla, Ruchi (AUTHOR) |
| Source: | Australasian Psychiatry. Dec2024, Vol. 32 Issue 6, p542-548. 7p. |
| Subjects: | Mental health services, Forensic psychiatry, Mental health, Psychiatry, Medical personnel |
| Abstract: | Objectives: It is essential that mental health clinicians have access to reflective processes where they may understand and make sense of emotional responses to patients, teams, and organisations. The authors share their experience of initiating and successfully running a reflective practice group, framed with Balint principles, for psychiatry registrars working in forensic settings across Victoria. Method: We describe the process of setting up a Balint group for this professional population. Qualitative feedback was obtained from group members. The data was analysed thematically, regarding motivating factors for group attendance and feedback post pilot group. Results: Overall, feedback on the pilot Balint group was positive, which led to the group being extended for recurring 6-month periods. We share an illustrative example of a complex case which could be formulated in a forensic psychiatry Balint group setting, alongside reflections of the facilitators of the group. Conclusions: Reflection is paramount for safe, effective mental health treatment, particularly in the context of forensic psychiatry. Our pilot results highlight areas where the approach of setting up a fledgling Balint group has been successful. We hope to inspire others to engage and participate in routine reflective practice. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR] |
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| Abstract: | Objectives: It is essential that mental health clinicians have access to reflective processes where they may understand and make sense of emotional responses to patients, teams, and organisations. The authors share their experience of initiating and successfully running a reflective practice group, framed with Balint principles, for psychiatry registrars working in forensic settings across Victoria. Method: We describe the process of setting up a Balint group for this professional population. Qualitative feedback was obtained from group members. The data was analysed thematically, regarding motivating factors for group attendance and feedback post pilot group. Results: Overall, feedback on the pilot Balint group was positive, which led to the group being extended for recurring 6-month periods. We share an illustrative example of a complex case which could be formulated in a forensic psychiatry Balint group setting, alongside reflections of the facilitators of the group. Conclusions: Reflection is paramount for safe, effective mental health treatment, particularly in the context of forensic psychiatry. Our pilot results highlight areas where the approach of setting up a fledgling Balint group has been successful. We hope to inspire others to engage and participate in routine reflective practice. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR] |
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| ISSN: | 10398562 |
| DOI: | 10.1177/10398562241277457 |
