Provider Perspectives on Implementing Shared Decision Making for PTSD Treatment in VA Primary Care.

ABSTRACT: Shared decision making is an important implementation "pull" strategy for increasing uptake of evidence-based mental health practices. In this qualitative study, we explored provider perspectives on implementing shared decision making at the point of mental health treatment initiation using a publicly available, patient-facing decision support tool for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). We conducted semi-structured interviews with 22 mental health providers (psychiatrists, nurses, psychologists, and social workers) working in one of five VA primary care clinics. Interviewed were analyzed using thematic analysis. Provider were enthusiastic about using decision aids as a source of high quality information that could improve patient experience and confidence in treatment. However, provide

SUBMITTER: Chen JA 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8382773 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature