Opinions and experiences on the provision of care to people with mental illnesses: a qualitative study with Doctor of Pharmacy graduates after a rotation in psychiatry.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Pharmacists are vital to optimizing therapy of people with mental illnesses. Limited knowledge, lack of confidence, and mental health-related stigma can lead to pharmacists' reluctance in the provision of pharmaceutical care to this population. Advanced pharmacy practice experiences (APPE) in mental health have been reported as valuable learning opportunities to overcome these challenges.

Aim

This study aimed to explore PharmD graduates' perceived preparedness, attitudes, beliefs, and opinions on influencing factors for the provision of pharmaceutical care to people with mental illnesses after completing an APPE rotation in psychiatry.

Method

All PharmD graduates who had completed a rotation in psychiatry were invited to participate in semi-structured inter

SUBMITTER: Zolezzi M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10600030 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature