Department of Psychology, University of Queensland, St Lucia QLD, Australia
Research Article
Exploring the Experience of Service User's Following Attendance at a Student Led Interprofessional Neurodevelopmental Clinic
Author(s): Khari Garavelis*
Background: The aim of the current study was to understand service user’s experiences at a recently
established student led interprofessional neurodevelopmental clinic for children and adolescents with
suspected or confirmed prenatal alcohol exposure.
Method: Semi structured interviews were completed at 3 months post clinic attendance with 10
service users: eight parents/careers and two youth workers/case managers. Interview data were
analyzed thematically using NVivo12.
Results: Four main themes were identified: (1) Clinic attendance seen as a positive event; (2)
Validation, clarification, and relief, but also challenges post assessment, (3); Need for further support
and importance of advocacy; and (4) Drawing on lived experience for future service improvements.
Conclusions: .. View More»
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