Advanced
search

To read this content please select one of the options below:

Life story work – overcoming issues of consent and confidentiality

Cara A. Pouchly (Clinical Psychologist, Merseycare NHS Trust. Cara trained at the Department of Clinical Psychology, Furness College, Lancaster University, Lancaster, UK)
Louise H. Corbett (Clinical Psychologist based at Older Adult Community Services, Pennine Care NHS Foundation Trust, Bury, UK)
Kati Edwards (Assistant Psychologist based at Older Adult Community Services, Pennine Care NHS Foundation Trust, Bury, UK)

Quality in Ageing and Older Adults

ISSN: 1471-7794

Article publication date: 14 June 2013

431

Abstract

Purpose

–

This is a discussion paper which aims to explore issues of consent and confidentiality when using life story work in clinical settings with older adults with dementia.

Design/methodology/approach

–

This is a discussion paper reviewing current research, policy, guidance from regulating bodies and government recommendations.

Findings

–

Life story work can be used in clinical practice without violating consent and confidentiality clauses in mental health practice when used appropriately.

Originality/value

–

This paper provides insights overcoming issues of consent and confidentiality with life story work in clinical practice, reducing the challenges reported by staff. Clinical recommendations are offered to both support and empower clinical staff, enabling the full benefits of this person‐centred tool to be utilised.

Keywords

Citation

Pouchly, C.A., Corbett, L.H. and Edwards, K. (2013), "Life story work – overcoming issues of consent and confidentiality", Quality in Ageing and Older Adults, Vol. 14 No. 2, pp. 116-127. https://doi.org/10.1108/14717791311327060

Publisher

:

Emerald Group Publishing Limited

Copyright © 2013, Emerald Group Publishing Limited

Related articles

Manage cookies

We’re listening — tell us what you think

Join us on our journey