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International employment schemes for people with mental health problems

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  02 January 2018

Bob Grove
Bob Grove*
Affiliation:
Mental Health Europe, Brussels, email doctorbobgrove@aol.com
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It has been recognised that work is a positive factor for mental health since the days of Galen (2nd century CE). It was central to the theories and practice of William Tuke at the Retreat in York (founded 1796) and has continued in different forms as a therapy and/or a form of rehabilitation ever since. These forms can be usefully divided into four main categories: sheltered work, vocational training, transitional employment (or work experience) and supported employment. These broad categories have been adapted to different cultures and economic circumstances across the world. There are advantages and disadvantages to all forms, but the burgeoning research literature of the past 20 years does show that when it comes to finding people paid work in the open labour market, supported employment is markedly more successful than other methods.

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BJPsych International , Volume 12 , Issue 4 , November 2015 , pp. 97 - 99
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Copyright © Royal College of Psychiatrists 2015

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