Back to Search Start Over

To What Extent Can Digitally-Mediated Team Communication in Children's Physical Health and Mental Health Services Bring about Improved Outcomes? A Systematic Review.

Authors :
Jones LS
Russell A
Collis E
Brosnan M
Source :
Child psychiatry and human development [Child Psychiatry Hum Dev] 2022 Oct; Vol. 53 (5), pp. 1018-1035. Date of Electronic Publication: 2021 May 08.
Publication Year :
2022

Abstract

Digital communication technologies can be used for team consultation, case management, and information sharing in health and mental health services for children and young people (CYP). The objective of the systematic review was to investigate the evidence as to whether digitally-mediated team communication for CYP improves outcomes. We searched PsycINFO, PubMed, Web of Science, and Cochrane Library for relevant studies. Results were synthesised narratively. Seven studies were identified from 439 initial records. Analysis highlighted that digitally-mediated team communication is generally valued by professionals for supporting practice and that there is overall satisfaction with the process. There was preliminary evidence (from one study) that clinical outcomes from digitally-mediated team communication are comparable to those achieved by a collaborative service model with direct specialist care to service users via digital communication technology. There is a need for further high-quality research into clinical outcomes and service user experience, as well as financial implications.<br /> (© 2021. The Author(s).)

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
1573-3327
Volume :
53
Issue :
5
Database :
MEDLINE
Journal :
Child psychiatry and human development
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
33963964
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1007/s10578-021-01183-w