Show Notes
This Mental Elf podcast is part of the NHS Research Scotland Mental Health Network's Annual Scientific Meeting, 7th November 2024.
Host Douglas speaks with Dr. Veenu Gupta, Assistant Professor at Durham University, about the burgeoning role of the Lived Experience Workforce in mental health research. Dr. Gupta, who has personal experience with psychosis, shares insights into how lived experiences inform and shape research, training, and clinical practices.
The discussion delves into the historical context of lived experience roles, the challenges and benefits of integrating personal experiences with professional work, and the various roles within the lived experience workforce. Dr. Gupta also highlights findings from her PhD research, emphasising the importance of support, supervision, and balancing the power dynamics in research settings.
Tune in to learn about the evolution, current landscape, and future directions of lived experience roles in mental health research, as well as practical advice for both researchers and lived experience professionals.
00:00 The Evolution of Lived Experience Roles in Mental Health Research 00:34 Meet Dr. Veenu Gupta 02:16 Veenu's Journey and Research Focus 05:24 Challenges and Evolution in Lived Experience Roles 08:08 Historical Context of Lived Experience Work 12:18 Different Lived Experience Roles 15:54 Support Needs for Lived Experience Researchers 18:33 Future Directions and Support for Lived Experience Workforce 21:37 Final Question: Advice for Researchers and Health Professionals 21:46 Importance of Lived Experience in Research 22:35 Balancing Power Dynamics in Research 23:23 Challenges and Emotional Labour in Lived Experience Roles 25:46 Introduction to Q Studies 28:15 Feedback and Impact of Research
Further reading: Gupta, V., Eames, C., Golding, L. et al. Understanding the identity of lived experience researchers and providers: a conceptual framework and systematic narrative review. Res Involv Engagem 9, 26 (2023). https://doi.org/10.1186/s40900-023-00439-0 Gupta, V., Eames, C., Bryant, A. et al. Identifying the priorities for supervision by lived experience researchers: a Q sort study. Res Involv Engagem 10, 66 (2024). https://doi.org/10.1186/s40900-024-00596-w
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