Interventions supporting caregiver readiness when caring for patients with dementia following discharge home: A mixed-methods systematic review.

Objective: To explore programs and information provided to caregivers of inpatients with dementia to assist with readiness to provide care following discharge.

Methods: A mixed-methods systematic review with meta-analysis was conducted. Search terms included dementia, inpatient, caregiver, anxiety, discharge and counselling.

Preparing mental health professionals for new directions in mental health practice: Evaluating the sensory approaches e-learning training package.

The application of sensory modulation approaches in mental health settings is growing in recognition internationally. However, a number of barriers have been identified as limiting the implementation of the approach, including workplace culture and a lack of accessible and effective sensory approaches training. The aim of this project was to investigate the efficacy of providing this training through a custom-designed e-learning package.