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Child and parent engagement in the mental health intervention process: a motivational framework
Author(s) -
King Gillian,
Currie Melissa,
Petersen Patricia
Publication year - 2014
Publication title -
child and adolescent mental health
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.912
H-Index - 46
eISSN - 1475-3588
pISSN - 1475-357X
DOI - 10.1111/camh.12015
Subject(s) - psychological intervention , mental health , intervention (counseling) , psychology , conviction , interpersonal communication , psychotherapist , applied psychology , social psychology , psychiatry , political science , law
Background This article proposes a conceptual model of child and parent engagement in the mental health intervention process. Method A scoping review was performed of articles on predictors of engagement in mental health interventions, the effectiveness of engagement interventions, and interpersonal aspects of care. A comprehensive search of Psyc INFO and Psyc ARTICLES was performed for literature published in English from 2000 to 2012. Results Based on the review, a motivational framework is proposed in which engagement is defined as a state comprised of a hopeful stance, conviction, and confidence, brought about when therapists optimize engagement processes of receptiveness, willingness, and self‐efficacy. Conclusions Implications concern the need to help clients understand what to expect from the therapy process, and to educate therapists about engagement strategies.