About this course
This course reviews a meta-analysis examining the impact of compensation processes on mental health outcomes among victims of traffic, occupational accidents, or medical errors. It explores evidence showing that individuals involved in compensation often have higher mental health complaints at baseline and experience less improvement over time compared to non-compensated groups. The program discusses possible reasons for these differences, the quality and limitations of research evidence, and the implications for legal and psychological practice to better support affected individuals.
Who this course is for
Legal Professionals
Psychologists
Researchers in Mental Health
Occupational Health Specialists
Program objectives
- Describe 3 key mental health outcomes associated with compensation processes, including depression, anxiety, and PTSD.
- Identify 2 explanations for worse mental health outcomes among victims involved in compensation: secondary gain and secondary victimisation.
- Evaluate the quality of evidence in studies comparing mental health impacts of compensation processes.
- Explain the implications of compensation process duration and system design on claimant mental health.