The discussion paper was developed for the QLD Mental Health Commission and is targeted primarily at people who may not understand lived experience work. Not the ultimate guide to lived experience philosophy/work but possibly useful as an ‘intro to’.
The paper aims to provide:
· background to the lived experience or ‘consumer’ movement in the mental health sector
· an overview of some of the benefits of lived experience participation
· information on the existing and future scope
· identify common barriers and enablers
Dr Louise Byrne
Lecturer in Lived Experience Mental Health | School of Nursing, Midwifery and Social Futures | Higher Education Division
CQUniversity Rockhampton, Building 18, Bruce Highway, North Rockhampton, QLD 4702
P +61 07 4923 2737 (x2737) | E [email protected]