Partnership between a consumer-led mental health research network and a large mental health research organisation: an Australian mixed methods case study.

ABSTRACT:

Aim

This paper presents a case study review of an Australian research partnership between an independent mental health lived experience-led research network and an academic organisation established for the research and treatment of disorders of the brain and mind. The aim of the study was to explore the principles and practical requirements needed for a successful partnership that promotes inclusive research practices and power sharing and provide a framework to improve the operationalization of future similar partnerships.

Methods

This study was led and conducted by lived experience researchers. We used a mixed-method approach to data collection for data triangulation. An environmental scan of peer-reviewed and grey literature on mental health research partnerships was cond

SUBMITTER: Banfield M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11542189 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature