Families with Parental Mental Health Problems: A Systematic Narrative Review of Family‐Focused Practice

The mental health problems of parents can negatively affect their whole family. organisational and wider context may also influence the outcomes for all involved. aims this systematic review were: to develop a working definition family-focused practice (FFP); identify types that are measured with focus on service user experiences; explore how well interventions in included studies fit previously established components FFP. A comprehensive literature search 16 databases was conducted peer-reviewed, primary research related FFP published between 1998 2016. In total, 3731 articles were identified screened by four reviewers. Of those, 40 met inclusion criteria. focused family and, consistent previous reviews, there reasonable degree consistency about core An additional component, review, which part some interventions, work improve access engagement community supports services. concludes is need for: an agreed FFP; clearer links relevant theories; more approach measuring outcomes, including economic perspectives; increased strategic promotion approaches. Key Practitioner Messages There immediate practice. Relevant theory could further clarify theories change anticipated outcomes. across key This suggests improves Economic evaluations needed. ‘There practice’