Relational care in community mental health: Evaluating staff experiences in Intensive Community Care Services (ICCS) vs treatment as usual.

PLoS OneSep 9, 2026 (epub)
Clinical ResearchPsychiatry

Opeyemi Atanda, Paula Reavey, Ben Wong et al.

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In 30 seconds

This randomized controlled trial evaluated staff experiences in Intensive Community Care Services (ICCS) compared to Treatment as Usual (TAU) in community mental health. Through 34 semi-structured interviews, the study found that relational care models significantly enhance trust and engagement, which are crucial for effective treatment and long-term recovery in young people.

Key findings

  • HCPs identified three main themes: barriers and enablers to engagement, flexibility amidst pressures, and the importance of trust.
  • Non-clinical engagement strategies, such as informal visits, were highlighted as essential for building rapport.
  • Flexibility in treatment duration and engagement methods was crucial for accommodating individual client needs.

Why it matters

Understanding the importance of relational care can help clinicians enhance patient engagement and treatment effectiveness. Building trust through personalized interactions may lead to better recovery outcomes for young people in mental health services.

Source

PubMed · PMID 42715183

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