title: Tactics for counteracting staff apathy and hopelessness on a psychiatric unit.
abstract: In summary, then, the five following tactics are minimally demanding, and can provide high rewards in the battle against apathy and hopelessness on a psychiatric ward.  1. Identifying social system mechanisms.  2. Validating perceptions of ward happenings with a trusted other.  3. Giving (and hopefully receiving) "informational-support."  4. Using physical presence or being highly visible.  5. Chatting informally with other staff members.
mesh_terms: D001291:Attitude of Health Personnel; D004309:Double Bind Interaction; D006801:Humans; D007400:Interprofessional Relations; D010347:Patient Care Planning; D011567:Psychiatric Department, Hospital; D011568:Psychiatric Nursing