Group Therapy Structure in Holistic Treatment of Homeless with Persistent Mental Illness
Date of Award
2014
Document Type
Honors Project
University Scholars Director
Dr. Jeff Keuss
Keywords
homelessness, SPMI, deinstitutionalization, social integration
Abstract
Following the deinstitutionalization of mental illness, homeless populations with severe and persistent mental illness saw a considerable rise in rehospitalization rates, and a fall in housing stability. While there are a wide range of programs and services designed to meet the needs of this population, there is little research on treatment factors that lead to long term housing stability and improved clinical functioning. In my research on existing literature, I look specifically at social integration as a predictive factor in successful treatment. I argue that timely social integration with a diverse social network is key to effective treatment for homeless populations with mental illness.
Recommended Citation
Peterson, Sarah, "Group Therapy Structure in Holistic Treatment of Homeless with Persistent Mental Illness" (2014). Honors Projects. 13.
https://digitalcommons.spu.edu/honorsprojects/13
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Comments
A project submitted in partial fulfillment of the requirements of the University Scholars Program.