WHAT WE TALK ABOUT
Peer Support Project
Introduction In one of the first studies of its kind with respect to peer support, the Peer Support Project (2011) engaged Delphi methodology to examine peer support programs, including their usage, efficacy and future implications. The Delphi method, increasingly used in fields of social science, acknowledges the value of expert opinions, experience and intuition
Why Get Engaged?
The pressure is on - we are in an economic downturn. This in turn has placed increasing demand on organisations to react or respond in ways unprecedented since the 1990’s. Some industry sectors are more affected than others. However what prevails generally is a global uncertainty about where this is going. Are we in a
CISM Controversy
Introduction Controversy has abounded since the mid 90’s over the efficacy of Critical Incident Stress Management (CISM). Intended as multi-component staff support program, CISM has been extended well beyond the purpose for which it was designed as a support for emergency support workers in times of crisis and war. The use of CISM in