A systematic review and meta-analysis of group peer support interventions for people experiencing mental health conditions.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Peer support is being integrated within mental health services to further the development of a recovery approach. However, the most effective models and formats of intervention delivery are unknown. We conducted this systematic review and meta-analysis to determine the effectiveness of peer support for improving outcomes for people with lived experience of mental health conditions, when delivered as group interventions.

Methods

Studies reporting randomised controlled trials of group peer support interventions for people experiencing mental health conditions were identified by searching MEDLINE, PsycINFO, Embase and Cochrane CENTRAL, from inception until July 12th 2019 and undertaking supplementary searches. Included studies were assessed for risk of bias and meta-

SUBMITTER: Lyons N 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8220835 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature