Peer-supported Open Dialogue: a qualitative study of peer practitioners' experiences and non-peer practitioners' perspectives on peer involvement.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Peer-supported Open Dialogue (POD) integrates peer practitioners within mental health teams, fostering a collaborative, person-centred and social network approach to care. Although peer practitioners are increasingly involved in Open Dialogue, the role of peer practitioners within such teams remains underexplored.

Aims

This study aimed to explore (a) the experiences of peer practitioners working within Open Dialogue teams in the Open Dialogue: Development and Evaluation of a Social Intervention for Severe Mental Illness trial, and (b) the perspectives of non-peer Open Dialogue practitioners regarding peer involvement. Our further objectives were to understand the nature, degree and perceived impact of peer practitioner involvement in Open Dialogue.

Method

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SUBMITTER: Anestis E 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12451559 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature