Question Two

Question 1

Why is the research important

Answer 1

Increased vulnerability - long-term conditions heightened vulnerability to mental health
Could lead to worse physical health outcomes
Lead to more strain on the NHS

Question 2

Effect on individuals

Answer 2

Treatment outcomes - people with mental health less likely to adhere to medical regimens
Lead to earlier prevention, learn better coping mechanisms, more likely to adhere to medical advice
Improve physical health

Prevention of further health decline - Shorter life span, increase quality of life, look after themselves more, more independent, improve wellbeing

Question 3

Effect on Professionals

Answer 3

Reduce workload on therapists - COMPASS done through online phone calls, reduce workload and stress, less likely to take time off due to stress, more service users can access service

1.2 million people are on the wait list for NHS mental health services (Kirby, 2024)

Question 4

Effect on wider society

Answer 4

Improve workplace participation - Having mental health issues and a long term health condition increases risk of unemployment, research improves ability to remain employed, reduce absenteeism, reduce stigma, more likely to get hired, more likely to have relevant adaptations at work