Mental health promotion competencies in the health sector in Finland: a qualitative study of the views of professionals.

Autor:	Tamminen N; 1 WHO Collaborating Centre for Mental Health Promotion, Prevention and Policy, Mental Health unit, National Institute for Health and Welfare, Helsinki, Finland.; 2 Health Sciences, University of Jyvaskyla, Jyvaskyla, Finland., Solin P; 1 WHO Collaborating Centre for Mental Health Promotion, Prevention and Policy, Mental Health unit, National Institute for Health and Welfare, Helsinki, Finland., Stengård E; 3 University of Tampere, Tampere, Finland.; 4 Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services, City of Tampere, Finland., Kannas L; 5 University of Jyvaskyla, Health Sciences, Research Center for Health Promotion, Finland., Kettunen T; 5 University of Jyvaskyla, Health Sciences, Research Center for Health Promotion, Finland.; 6 Central Finland Health Care District, Unit of Primary Health Care, Jyväskylä, Finland.
Jazyk:	angličtina
Zdroj:	Scandinavian journal of public health [Scand J Public Health] 2019 Mar; Vol. 47 (2), pp. 115-120. Date of Electronic Publication: 2017 Jul 12.
DOI:	10.1177/1403494817711360
Abstrakt:	Aims: In this study, we aimed to investigate what competencies are needed for mental health promotion in health sector practice in Finland. Methods: A qualitative study was carried out to seek the views of mental health professionals regarding mental health promotion-related competencies. The data were collected via two focus groups and a questionnaire survey of professionals working in the health sector in Finland. The focus groups consisted of a total of 13 professionals. Further, 20 questionnaires were received from the questionnaire survey. The data were analysed using the qualitative data analysis software ATLAS.ti Scientific Software Development GmbH, Berlin. A content analysis was carried out. Results: In total, 23 competencies were identified and clustered under the categories of theoretical knowledge, practical skills, and personal attitudes and values. In order to promote mental health, it is necessary to have a knowledge of the principles and concepts of mental health promotion, including methods and tools for effective practices. Furthermore, a variety of skills-based competencies such as communication and collaboration skills were described. Personal attitudes and values included a holistic approach and respect for human rights, among others. Conclusions: The study provides new information on what competencies are needed to plan, implement and evaluate mental health promotion in health sector practice, with the aim of contributing to a more effective workforce. The competencies provide aid in planning training programmes and qualifications, as well as job descriptions and roles in health sector workplaces related to mental health promotion.
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