Theories used to develop or evaluate social prescribing in studies: a scoping review.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

This scoping review aims to provide an overview of how theories were used in the development or evaluation of social prescribing (SP) intervention studies.

Background

SP describes a patient pathway where general practitioners (GPs) connect patients with community activities through referrals to link workers. This review seeks to understand the explanations provided for the outcomes and implementation process of SP.

Inclusion criteria

Studies using a defined theory to develop or evaluate a specific SP intervention in primary care and the community sector.

Methods

This scoping review was conducted in accordance with JBI methodology. The following databases were searched on 8^th of July 2022: PubMed, ASSIA, Cochrane, Cinahl, PsycINFO, Social Ca

SUBMITTER: Evers S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10821232 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature