The LIPSY study

The LIPSY study examines referrals to the family unit of the child psychiatry intensive care service (LIPSY), the benefits experienced, and the factors that explain these benefits. Over a two-year period, we are collecting data on the experiences of families who have participated in the LIPSY programme and on changes in the child’s well-being and behavior. The project will produce research-based information on LIPSY’s operations and thus help to identify areas for development. As there has been no similar treatment reviously in the Central Finland Wellbeing Services County. or elsewhere in Finland, researching the programme is essential for its further development based on evidence, specifically from the perspectives of treatment effectiveness and patient experiences. The results of the research will help to direct resources towards those families who will benefit most from the activities.

LIPSY
Project duration
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Core fields of research
Physical activity, health and wellbeing
Research areas
Behaviour change, health, and well-being across the lifespan
Wellbeing, Interaction, and Interventions
Department
Department of Psychology
Co-operation
HYVAKS
Faculty
Faculty of Education and Psychology

Project description

The research project focuses on two main objectives: the benefits of treatment and the factors explaining these benefits. Data on these aspects will be collected primarily through questionnaires completed by guardians, the child and the clinical staff. In addition, the study will investigate the types of families referred for treatment, which of them ultimately participate in treatment, and why treatment does not take place or is discontinued. The study therefore focuses on referral to and discontinuation of treatment, the benefits derived from treatment, and the factors explaining these benefits, which relate in particular to the patient experiences and satisfaction with care of families who have been part of LIPSY.

The study is led by Associate Professor and psychotherapist Tuija Aro from the University of Jyväskylä, together with consultant Laura Paananen, psychologist Niina Maaskola, and assistant ward manager Piia Kumpulainen from LIPSY.

Project team

Project leaders

Tuija Aro
Tuija Aro
Associate professor