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Children's voices: a review of evidence on the subjective wellbeing of children with mental health needs in England
- Authors:
- APLAND Kara, et al
- Publisher:
- Children's Commissioner for England
- Publication year:
- 2017
- Pagination:
- 30
- Place of publication:
- London
This report explores findings from an evidence review of the views and experiences of children with mental health needs, covering both views on mental health services and issues related to their subjective wellbeing. It examines the results of 8 studies identified using a rapid review methodology. Areas covered include: children’s understanding of mental health, awareness and access to mental health services; participation and engagement; self-esteem and stigma; self-efficacy and coping; and relationships. The findings show that children have limited awareness and understanding of mental health and that they conceptualise ‘mental illness in stereotyped and negative. Barriers to accessing services included unfamiliarity with the type of help and support available, fear of been seen accessing services and concerns about the lack of confidentiality of the service. Children found meaningful and supportive relationships with friends and family to be important sources of coping and support. (Edited publisher abstract)