J Korean Acad Psychiatr Ment Health Nurs.  2012 Dec;21(4):272-281.

Proactivity of People with Mental Disabilities: Concept Analysis

• Kim MH
• Jun SS
• Kim MY

Abstract

PURPOSE
This study was conducted to investigate the clear concept of proactivity of people with mental disabilities and to provide basic evidence for mental health nursing.
METHODS
The research was conducted using Walker & Avant's conceptual analysis process.
RESULTS
Proactivity of people with mental disabilities is defined as the ability of obtaining self-determination by putting continuous efforts toward their recovery, overcoming social stigma, recovering in a positive way from being withdrawn from relationships, and gaining self-confidence and willingness that they can recover from their mental illness. Antecedents were found to be persistent disease management, active participation and support of significant person. Consequences were found to be maintenance of a productive life.
CONCLUSION
The results of this study accurately define the vague concept of proactivity of people with mental disabilities and contribute to mental health nursing related to proactivity for people with mental disabilities.

Keyword

Mentally disabled person; Initiation; Concept analysis

MeSH Terms

Disease Management
Humans
Mental Health
Mentally Disabled Persons
Social Stigma

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  Figure 1 Attributes, antecedent and consequences of proactivity in people with mental disabilities.

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