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Journal Article Laysha Ostrow 10/15/25 Journal Article Laysha Ostrow 10/15/25

Reclaiming Employment: A pilot study of online entrepreneurship training for individuals with psychiatric disabilities

Pilot study found using the Reclaiming Employment online platform was significantly associated with increases in some Entrepreneurial Self-Efficacy subscales.

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Web-based Survey Data Collection With Peer Support and Advocacy Organizations: Implications of Participatory Methods

This paper shows how participatory methods involving people with psychiatric histories improved the success of a survey on peer-run organizations' policy views.

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Discontinuing Psychiatric Medications: A Survey of Long-Term Users

This survey found that 54% of long-term users met their goal of discontinuing medication, and 82% were satisfied.

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Journal Article Laysha Ostrow 10/8/25 Journal Article Laysha Ostrow 10/8/25

An exploratory analysis of the role of social supports in psychiatric medication discontinuation: results related to family involvement

Exploratory study found family plays a complex role in medication decisions; helpful family support was linked to being less likely to completely discontinue.

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Journal Article Laysha Ostrow 10/8/25 Journal Article Laysha Ostrow 10/8/25

User perspectives on professional support and service use during medication discontinuation

Survey found service gaps and a need to improve provider support for medication discontinuation, as only 65% of respondents reported seeing a prescriber and less than half reported seeing a psychotherapist.

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Toolkits & Guides Laysha Ostrow 10/1/25 Toolkits & Guides Laysha Ostrow 10/1/25

Guidebook for Peer Support Program Self-Evaluation: Practical Steps and Tools

The Guidebook for Peer Support Program Self-Evaluation provides practical guidance for peer support programs to conduct low-cost self-evaluations, including developing a logic model and collecting data.

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Reports Laysha Ostrow 10/1/25 Reports Laysha Ostrow 10/1/25

Reclaiming Employment: Preliminary Results from the Pilot Study

Report includes data from a six-month pilot study of Reclaiming Employment, measuring outcomes for users seeking self-employment support.

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Reports Laysha Ostrow 10/1/25 Reports Laysha Ostrow 10/1/25

Elevate, Evaluate: A Learning Platform for Program Self-Evaluation

Report details survey and interview findings from CBOs across 21 states on their needs and experiences with program evaluation.

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Print Media Laysha Ostrow 10/1/25 Print Media Laysha Ostrow 10/1/25

New Program That Places Lived Experiences and Peer Mentoring at Its Center | Job Accommodation Network

A Job Accommodation Network article discusses self-employment viability for people with mental health conditions, highlighting research and the Reclaiming Employment peer support program.

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Audio Laysha Ostrow 10/1/25 Audio Laysha Ostrow 10/1/25

Reflections on Leadership, Authenticity, and Self-Acceptance in Participatory Research

Discussion between Laysha Ostrow and Jessica Jonikas on Leadership, Authenticity, and Self-Acceptance in Participatory Research (PAR).

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Journal Article Laysha Ostrow 10/1/25 Journal Article Laysha Ostrow 10/1/25

Medicaid Reimbursement of Mental Health Peer-Run Organizations: Results of a National Survey

Study explored if knowledge of the ACA influenced peer-run organizations' willingness to become Medicaid providers.

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Journal Article Laysha Ostrow 10/1/25 Journal Article Laysha Ostrow 10/1/25

Peer interviewers in mental health services research

Paper describes the recruitment, training, and supervision of peer interviewers, noting benefits (shared experience) and challenges (inconsistent hours).

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