Listening to young people

Authors:
STREET Cathy, SVANBERG Jenny
Journal article citation:
Mental Health Today, July 2003, pp.28-30.
Publisher:
Pavilion
Place of publication:
Hove

Reports on an in-depth qualitative study of a sample of child and adolescent inpatient units drawn from across England and Wales to learn how they might better meet the needs of young people seeking their help. The survey included interviews with 107 young people, 35 parents and 169 staff. Highlights the findings of the study which although indicating clear improvements also revealed continuing areas of concern. Areas of concern included staffing levels; access to information; support for young people after discharge; and bed availability.

Subject terms:
hospitals, mental health problems, mental health services, patients, hospital admission, hospital discharge, user views, young people, access to information, children;
Content type:
research
Link:
Journal home page
ISSN print:
1474-5186

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