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Emotional and behavioural problems in subgroups of children with chronic illness: results from a large-scale population study
- Authors:
- HYSING M., et al
- Journal article citation:
- Child: Care, Health and Development, 35(4), July 2009, pp.527-533.
- Publisher:
- Wiley
Background Children with chronic illness are known to have an increased risk of emotional and behavioural problems. In the present population-based study children with asthma, neurological disorders and other chronic illnesses were compared with children without chronic illnesses to assess differences in psychological presentation across illness groups. A total of 537 children with parent-reported chronic illness in the Bergen Child Study were categorized into three groups: asthma, neurological disorders and other chronic illnesses. Emotional and behavioural problems were assessed by the Strengths and Difficulties Questionnaire. All three illness groups had an increased rate of emotional and behavioural problems, as well as increased probability of a psychiatric disorder compared with children without a chronic illness. Most children with asthma and other chronic illnesses did not have emotional and behavioural problems, and effect sizes were small in both groups. In children with neurological disorders the effect sizes ranged from moderate to large, with emotional problems, inattention hyperactivity and peer problems being the most frequent problems. The increased rate of emotional and behavioural problems in children with chronic illness, especially neurological disorders, emphasizes the importance of early detection of mental health problems in these children.
The SDQ as a mental health measurement tool in a Canadian sample of looked-after young people
- Author:
- MARQUIS Roby
- Journal article citation:
- Vulnerable Children and Youth Studies, 4(2), June 2009, pp.114-121.
- Publisher:
- Taylor and Francis
- Place of publication:
- Philadelphia, USA
The Strengths and Difficulties Questionnaire (SDQ) is used increasingly internationally in child welfare as a tool for mental-health screening, referral and outcome measurement. This study compared the SDQ scores, based on ratings by foster parents or other caregivers, of 492 young people aged 11-15 years and living in out-of-home care in Ontario, Canada, with normative SDQ scores, based on parental ratings, of a large sample of young people aged 11-15 years from the British general population. Of the Ontario looked-after young people, 57% were male and 43% female, with 86% residing in foster homes and 14% in group homes. As expected, a considerably higher proportion of the Ontario looked-after sample had SDQ scores in the at-risk range, compared with the British normative sample. The findings suggested that the SDQ is likely to prove useful as a mental health measurement tool in Canadian child welfare services.
Psychosocial interventions for children and adolescents in foster care: review of research literature
- Authors:
- LANDSVERK John A., et al
- Journal article citation:
- Child Welfare Journal, 88(1), 2009, pp.49-69.
- Publisher:
- Child Welfare League of America
Between one-half and three-fourths of children entering foster care exhibit behavioural or social-emotional problems warranting mental health care. This paper, condensed and updated from a technical report prepared for Casey Family Programs in 2005, reviews evidence-based and promising interventions for the most prevalent mental conditions found among children in foster care. This paper also makes several recommendations regarding increasing access to mental health care and effective psychosocial interventions for foster care children.
Time trends in adolescent well-being: update December 2009
- Author:
- HAGELL Ann
- Publisher:
- Nuffield Foundation
- Publication year:
- 2009
- Pagination:
- 12p., bibliog.
- Place of publication:
- London
Data from a series of three national surveys of the UK population is analysed to review trends in adolescent emotional and behavioural problems in the UK. It highlights the main trends identified in the initial study and briefly compare this to trends around the world. Factors identified include changing family forms and structures, education and educational experiences, leisure and the changing social situation for young men. The briefing paper also introduces the main themes of the Changing Adolescence Programme, a series of reviews on various aspects of social change and adolescent experiences and how these might be related to these time trends in their well-being.
Overlooked: children with disabilities in residential care
- Authors:
- TROUT Alexandra L., et al
- Journal article citation:
- Child Welfare Journal, 88(2), 2009, pp.111-136.
- Publisher:
- Child Welfare League of America
While estimates suggest that 10% to 31% of children in residential care are identified as with a disability, little is known about their characteristics or functioning as compared to nondisabled peers. This study evaluated data of 123 children with (n=34) and without (n=89) disabilities in residential care to determine demographic, behavioural, mental health, and educational characteristics. Data included demographic, behaviour checklist, and standardized mental health and academic measures. Results indicated that both groups presented elevated risks; however, scores for children with disabilities revealed even greater levels of need. Primary risks were found on indicators of behaviours (e.g., social functioning), mental illness (e.g., anxiety), and academic performance (e.g., general knowledge and reading). Implications, limitations, and recommendations for future research are discussed.
Exploring the impact of racial and ethnic differences in the emotional and behavioral responses of maltreated youth: implications for culturally competent services
- Authors:
- HATCHER Schnavia Smith, et al
- Journal article citation:
- Children and Youth Services Review, 31(9), September 2009, pp.1042-1048.
- Publisher:
- Elsevier
The purpose of this study was to explore the moderating influence of race/ethnicity on the relationship between child maltreatment and internalizing symptoms (e.g., affective and somatic problems) and externalizing behavior (e.g., rule breaking behaviour and aggression) among African-American and Caucasian children aged 7 to 12 years old. Using a longitudinal comparison group design and a sample of 190 youth of which 36% had substantiated cases of child maltreatment, results of a structural equation modelling revealed that race/ethnicity did not have a conditioning influence on the link between internalizing and externalizing behaviour among maltreated youth. However, African-American youth's internalizing symptoms and externalizing behaviour was consistently significantly higher than their Caucasian counterparts. These findings provide evidence for racial/ethnic differences in the pathways between being child maltreatment and maladaptive thoughts, feelings, and behaviours. Thus, adapting evidence-based strategies that target cultural specific internalizing behaviours and externalizing behaviours among maltreated youth may significantly reduce the risk of short and long-term maladaptive behaviour.
The long-term consequences of childhood and mental health
- Authors:
- RICHARDS Marcus, ABBOTT Rosemary, PARSONAGE Michael
- Journal article citation:
- Young Minds Magazine, 100, June 2009, pp.30-31.
- Publisher:
- YoungMinds
A study commissioned by the Sainsbury Centre for Mental Health, the Smith Institute and public services union UNISON, and supported by the UK Medical Research Council sought to look at the impact that experiencing mental health problems in childhood and adolescence could have on the prospects of children born in 19946, 1958 and 1970. This article briefly discusses the findings, and the adverse outcomes experienced by the children in later life.
Services for children and young people with emotional and mental health needs
- Authors:
- WALES AUDIT OFFICE, et al
- Publisher:
- Wales Audit Office
- Publication year:
- 2009
- Pagination:
- 109p.
- Place of publication:
- Cardiff
This review set out to establish whether services are adequately meeting the mental health needs of children and young people in Wales. Healthcare Inspectorate Wales (HIW) and the Wales Audit Office jointly undertook the review, supported by Estyn and the Care and Social Services Inspectorate Wales (CSSIW). The review draws on evidence from a variety of sources over the period 2007 to 2009. It reflects the views of children, young people, and their parents, gathered through a consultation exercise undertaken on behalf of the review by Barnardos Cymru. The review also gathered evidence from service commissioners, and statutory and voluntary sector providers. The overall conclusion is that despite some improvements in recent years, services are still failing many children and young people, reflecting a number of key barriers to improvement.
Improving the emotional and behavioural health of looked-after children and young people (LACYP): research review 2
- Authors:
- DICKSON Kelly, et al
- Publisher:
- Centre for Excellence and Outcomes in Children and Young People's Services
- Publication year:
- 2009
- Pagination:
- 116p., bibliog.
- Place of publication:
- London
On the basis of a systematic review and analysis of key data this review aimed to draw out 'what works?' messages on improving the emotional and behavioural health of looked after children. The review focused on the interventions of enhanced foster care, multi-systemic therapy and mentoring. It looked at the views of looked after children and young people on what they felt constituted emotional and behavioural health. It examined the accessibility, acceptability and effectiveness of enhanced foster care, multi-systemic therapy and mentoring. The third research question was to find out what was known about the contribution made to improve emotional behavioural of looked after children and young people by the attitudes, skills and abilities of foster, residential and kinship carers and birth families and interventions to support this contribution. The review's main findings and conclusions on each of these review questions are summarised in the final chapter.
Child maltreatment profiles and adjustment problems in high-risk adolescents
- Authors:
- HAZEN Andrea L., et al
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Interpersonal Violence, 24(2), February 2009, pp.361-378.
- Publisher:
- Sage
The purpose of this article is to identify profiles of maltreatment experiences in a sample of high-risk adolescents and to investigate the relationship between the derived profiles and psychological adjustment. Participants are 1,131 youths between the ages of 12 and 18 years involved with publicly funded mental health and social services. Information on physical, sexual, and emotional maltreatment and psychological symptoms are obtained in interviews with adolescents and their primary caregivers. Using latent profile analysis, three maltreatment profiles are identified: "sexual + physical + emotional maltreatment," "physical + emotional maltreatment," and "low maltreatment." Adolescents in the two maltreatment profiles generally have significantly higher scores on symptom scales compared with those in the "low maltreatment" profile, but scores in the two maltreatment profiles do not differ. Findings highlight the need for agencies to identify and provide appropriate intervention for youth who experience multiple types of maltreatment.