The feasibility of following up prisoners, with mental health problems, after release: a pilot trial employing an innovative system, for engagement and retention in research, with a harder-to-engage population

Abstract Background Following up released prisoners is demanding, particularly for those prisoners with mental health problems, for whom stigma and chaotic lifestyles are problematic. Measurement of mental health outcomes after release is challenging. To evaluate mental healthcare for offender popul...

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Main Authors: Cath Quinn, Richard Byng, Deborah Shenton, Cordet Smart, Susan Michie, Amy Stewart, Rod Taylor, Mike Maguire, Tirril Harris, Jenny Shaw
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2018-10-01
Series:Trials
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Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s13063-018-2911-1