Purpose This study aims to examine the literature on consumer financial capability. By
analyzing the research trends, theories, definitions and themes, the literature on financial …

Objective: People with psychiatric disabilities experience substantial economic exclusion,
which hinders their ability to achieve recovery and wellness. The purpose of this article is to …

Several studies have indicated a co-occurrence between mental problems, a bad economy,
and social isolation. Medical treatments focus on reducing the extent of psychiatric …

It is well documented that people living with mental health conditions are more likely to
experience financial difficulties. When explaining this association, emphasis has often been …

Abstract During a 9-month period, 100 persons with SMI were given approx. 73 USD per
month above their normal income. Sixteen of the subjects were interviewed. The interviews …

People living with serious mental illness are often poor and financially vulnerable, but little is
known about their experiences of using financial services. Using data from qualitative …

Poverty has an impact on mental health and the counseling process in profound ways;
however, counselors may fail to recognize the importance of poverty in clients' lives. The …

Purpose Many autistic adults experience unemployment, which may impact their financial
circumstances. However, no research has examined their personal financial circumstances …

Outcomes from participating in a six-week small-group living skills program, periodically
implemented over two years with twelve adult mental health consumers, are reported as a …

Objectives: Several studies have pointed at a co-occurrence between severe mental
problems and relative poverty. Also users refer to their strained financial situation as one of …