Stakeholder Collaboration to Address the Psychosocial Needs of Women Living With Hypertension
A Community Development Approach
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https://doi.org/10.18060/28508Keywords:
women, community development, social work, hypertension, Collaboration, stakeholdersAbstract
Stakeholder collaboration is crucial in enhancing the psychosocial functioning of women with hypertension. By engaging various stakeholders such as healthcare providers, community organizations, and patients, responsive interventions can be tailored to address the unique needs of this population. This collaborative approach not only fosters a supportive environment but also promotes treatment adherence and improves overall health outcomes. The values of inclusivity and empowerment which are essential in fortifying collaboration with a shared goal make a community development approach pertinent. A narrative review was used to identify and synthesize the literature to obtain a broad overview of the topic. This narrative review aims (1) to explore stakeholders’ collaboration in addressing psychosocial needs confronting women living with hypertension and (2) to identify an appropriate theoretical approach for stakeholder collaboration. To enhance the psychosocial functioning of women living with hypertension, efficient, effective and sustainable multi-stakeholder collaboration is essential. Although the roles and functions of social workers are under-recognized in the provision of psychosocial needs for women living with HTN, they are equipped with professional knowledge and skills to facilitate stakeholder engagement in addressing psychosocial needs, enhancing community support, and promoting treatment adherence. Literature shows that coordinated efforts by multiple stakeholders to address chronic illnesses have been successful across various healthcare settings. The significance of stakeholder participation in supporting women living with HTN warrants a scientific investigation. A multi-sectoral, collaborative approach that combines medical care, psychosocial support, and community resources will ensure women with hypertension are supported holistically to improve their social functioning.
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