Table 4 Information needs
Information needs (22 items) | Frequency (n = 183) | Frequency rank |
|---|---|---|
Information on the classifications of mental illnesses, signs and symptoms and factors contributing to relapse | 125 | 1 |
Information on the reasons for in-patient admission and related ordinance | 93 | 6 |
Information on different residential placements | 90 | 10 |
Information on daytime training placements after discharge from in-patient setting | 95 | 5 |
Information on the criteria and arrangements for discharge | 112 | 2 |
Information on the ways to raise self-image and overcome stigma adhered to people with mental illnesses | 93 | 7 |
Information on hospital fees and application of financial assistance | 107 | 4 |
Information on the reasons behind the hospital rules and regulations | 65 | |
Information on the daily routine and schedules of ward | 76 | |
Information on how to maintain good physical health | 91 | 9 |
Information on the arrangements at different stages of rehabilitation including pre-discharge arrangements | 82 | |
Information on the news from the outside world | 72 | |
Information on patient’s right (including ways of expressing opinion and making enquiries) | 93 | 8 |
Information on how relatives can accept, participate and help | 76 | |
Information on job acquisition | 87 | |
Information on stress management and relapse prevention | 81 | |
Information on alcohol and substance misuse | 42 | |
Information on the schedule of meetings with healthcare professionals | 60 | |
Information on community services and resources | 57 | |
Information on the different kinds of care and rehabilitation services | 46 | |
Information on medication prescriptions | 59 | |
Information on the importance of psychiatric drug taking and its side effects | 109 | 3 |