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Access and waiting times in children and young people's mental health services
- Author:
- FRITH Emily
- Publisher:
- Education Policy Institute
- Publication year:
- 2017
- Pagination:
- 16
- Place of publication:
- London
Based on the results of a Freedom of Information request to providers of 67 specialist child and adolescent mental health services, this report examines access and waiting times to specialist treatment for children and young people. It finds that many children with mental health problems face barriers when seeking access to mental health services, with over a quarter of children referred to specialist mental health services were not accepted in 2016-17.Providers in the South of England rejected the highest proportion of referrals (34.0 per cent), with London the lowest (19.3 per cent). Although overall waiting times have fallen from an average of 39 days in 2015-16 to 33 days in 2016-17, the report identified substantial variation across England. The report makes recommendations for policy, including standardised data collection and publication; the provision of early intervention at a local level, and equipping teachers with training and skills. (Edited publisher abstract)
Neglected minds: a report on mental health support for young people leaving care
- Author:
- SMITH Nicholas
- Publisher:
- Barnardo's
- Publication year:
- 2017
- Pagination:
- 28
- Place of publication:
- London
This report looks at the mental health needs of care leavers and what could be done to better support them. Drawing on quantitative and qualitative research carried out with Barnardo's services, the research found that 46 per cent of the Barnardo's care leaver cases which were reviewed as part of the research involved young people who had mental health needs. In addition, 65 per cent of young people identified as having mental health needs were not currently receiving any statutory service. Barriers facing care leavers in accessing support included: information about mental health needs not being passed to leaving care teams; those supporting care leavers, such as personal advisers lacking expertise in mental health; and mental health services available are often too inflexible to meet the needs of care leavers. The report highlights good practice ideas to help overcome these barriers and better support care leavers with mental health needs. These include embedding mental health workers in leaving care teams, youth specific provision designed around the needs of young people and more training for personal advisers. (Edited publisher abstract)
Vulnerable young people’s experiences of child and adolescent mental health services
- Authors:
- DAVISON Jo, ZAMPERONI Victoria, STAIN Helen J.
- Journal article citation:
- Mental Health Review Journal, 22(2), 2017, pp.95-110.
- Publisher:
- Emerald
Purpose: The purpose of this paper is to explore the experiences of vulnerable young people in using a local child and adolescent mental health service (CAMHS). Design/methodology/approach: A mixed methods design was employed in which participants completed the self-report Experience of Service Questionnaire (CHI ESQ) (n=34), and a subgroup completed individual semi-structured interviews (n=17). CHI ESQ satisfaction data were also compared with a national data sample provided by the Child Outcomes Research Consortium (n=621). Findings: Many young people appeared to have a mixed or negative experience of the CAMHS service. They strongly emphasised that feeling listened to, cared for, and supported, in addition to access and continuity of care, are key methods to enhance their experience. They also reported a lack of knowledge and stigma associated with mental health as key barriers to engagement with services more widely. Research limitations/implications: Purposive sampling was used to recruit a carefully defined group of vulnerable young people from one school using a single CAMHS service. Practical implications: A number of recommendations were identified that could enhance the service experience of young people. Originality/value: There is a significant paucity of knowledge regarding young people’s views and experiences of CAMHS, especially those with high vulnerability for mental health difficulties. This exploratory study offers methods for capturing the opinions of underrepresented young people to inform future service design. (Publisher abstract)
Mental health in Northern Ireland: overview, strategies, policies, care pathways, CAMHS and barriers to accessing services
- Authors:
- BETTS Jennifer, THOMPSON Janice
- Publisher:
- Northern Ireland Assembly. Research and Information Service
- Publication year:
- 2017
- Pagination:
- 54
- Place of publication:
- Belfast
This paper provides an overview of mental health and illness in Northern Ireland, including the issues of self-harm and suicide. It highlights the relevant overarching strategies and policies and those specific to mental health, mental illness and suicide for Northern Ireland; describes the care pathway for treating mental health problems, including an overview of the stepped care model and recovery model; looks at provision of child and adolescent mental health services (CAMHS); and discusses evaluations of mental health service provision in NI in terms of accessing services and barriers to access. It also highlights relevant initiatives in England, Wales, Scotland and the Republic of Ireland relating to accessing mental health services. (Edited publisher abstract)
Social work contribution to the multidisciplinary team in preventative approaches for children and young people at risk of mental health issues: evidence from practice
- Author:
- INGLIS Shelia
- Editor:
- MUIRHEAD Stuart
- Publisher:
- IRISS
- Publication year:
- 2017
- Pagination:
- 16
An analysis of work carried out with practitioners working in East Dunbartonshire, Scotland to examine the social worker contribution to the multidisciplinary team in preventing mental health issues among children and young people at risk. It draws on the results of a focus group with five practitioners (including a child protection coordinator, social worker and senior practitioner) and interviews with three practitioners. Key messages highlight the importance of: recognising the complex nature of the cases multi-disciplinary teams are working with; continuing to develop multi-disciplinary engagement in case conferences; to develop a better understanding of other professional roles within the multi-disciplinary team; and have more knowledge about what works and processes across the sectors. It is one of three linked evidence summaries from the NHS Education for Scotland Networked Evidence Search and Summary Service, which combine evidence from research, practice and improvement to inform an action plan for East Dunbartonshire. (Edited publisher abstract)
Social worker contribution to the multidisciplinary team in preventative approaches for children and young people at risk of mental health issues: evidence from improvement knowledge
- Author:
- INGLIS Shelia
- Editor:
- MUIRHEAD Stuart
- Publisher:
- IRISS
- Publication year:
- 2017
- Pagination:
- 14
- Place of publication:
- Glasgow
This report aims to explore what works to support the multi-disciplinary team to develop preventative approaches for children and young people at risk of mental health issues. It aims to capture real-life examples of improvement, recommendations for service improvement, evaluation reports, practice development, piloting and scoping initiatives. It highlights key findings from six identified reports. It is one of three linked evidence summaries from the NHS Education for Scotland Networked Evidence Search and Summary Service, which combine evidence from research, practice and improvement to inform an action plan for East Dunbartonshire. (Edited publisher abstract)
Social worker contribution to the multidisciplinary team in preventative approaches for children and young people at risk of mental health issues: evidence from published research
- Author:
- McAUGHTRIE Alison
- Editor:
- MUIRHEAD Stuart
- Publisher:
- IRISS
- Publication year:
- 2017
- Pagination:
- 18
- Place of publication:
- Glasgow
This summary identifies evidence on the effectiveness of preventative therapeutic approaches to prevent children progressing to more severe mental health problems which need more intensive healthcare interventions. It also looked at the implementation of approaches, factors for success; and social services staff involvement in implementing these approaches. The review found little evidence which looked specifically at the role of social services in prevention and early intervention. Suggested reasons are that: social services tend only to get involved when a more serious level has been reached; resistance to getting involved in what is perceived as a ‘health issue’; lack of training; and difficulties of assessing specific impact. However, some examples where social services staff have worked to try and prevent serious mental health issues developing were identified. The review also found there was a lack of solid longitudinal analysis and identifies that more research is needed to assert that prevention and early intervention strategies are effective. It is one of three linked evidence summaries from the NHS Education for Scotland Networked Evidence Search and Summary Service, which combine evidence from research, practice and improvement to inform an action plan for East Dunbartonshire. (Edited publisher abstract)
Social worker contribution to the multidisciplinary team in preventative approaches for children and young people at risk of mental health issues: a summary of evidence
- Author:
- WALES Ann
- Editor:
- MUIRHEAD Stuart
- Publisher:
- IRISS
- Publication year:
- 2017
- Pagination:
- 6
- Place of publication:
- Glasgow
Brings together evidence from three linked from three linked evidence summaries from the NHS Education for Scotland (NES) Networked Evidence Search and Summary Service, focussing on the social worker contribution to the multidisciplinary team in preventing mental health issues among children and young people. Together, these reports combine evidence from research, practice and improvement to inform an action plan for East Dunbartonshire. Based on the evidence, the report identifies actions for East Dunbartonshire in order to address challenges in three areas: how multidisciplinary teams can identify the most appropriate approach for children and young people at risk; how to engage and collaborate with the multidisciplinary team in a way that recognises the unique contribution of social workers; and building confidence and empowering social workers to maximise their role in prevention and support for young people with indications of mental health problems. (Edited publisher abstract)
Review of children and young people's mental health services: summary of recent policy and literature
- Author:
- CARE QUALITY COMMISSION
- Publisher:
- Care Quality Commission
- Publication year:
- 2017
- Pagination:
- 72
- Place of publication:
- Newcastle upon Tyne
This review looks at the challenges facing children and young people’s mental health services and was carried out to support the Care Quality Commission’s ‘Review of children and young people's mental health services: Phase one report’. It examines national policy and guidance, reviews, and publications by think tanks and non-statutory agencies. It draws largely on documents published since 2014. The review focuses on the role different agencies in the system; how well the system is working, in terms of quality, access and experience; and the gaps, barriers and enablers to change. The results found consensus that improvements in the promotion of mental health and the prevention, early identification, support, care and treatment of mental ill-health in children and young people should be a national priority. The review identifies a number of practical challenges and obstacles, including: funding pressure at a time of increasing demand (across social care, health and education) and geographical variation in the range of provision and accessible, high-quality services. Issues that need to be addressed included: the develop strong leadership; establish clearer pathways and transition between services; clarity of roles and responsibilities; workforce development; focus on prevention and high-quality early intervention; improve the quality of data; increase participation; implement evidence based treatment with measurable outcomes; and ensure effective funding, accountability and commissioning arrangements. (Edited publisher abstract)
Evaluation of the Belhaven service: research report
- Authors:
- BOXFORD Stephen, et al
- Publisher:
- Great Britain. Department for Education
- Publication year:
- 2017
- Pagination:
- 48
- Place of publication:
- London
An evaluation of the Belhaven residential care project, which provides mental health treatment in a local residential care home to reduce the risk of referral to mental health inpatient services (CAMHS) and breakdown of educational and care arrangements for young people. Referrals to the service come from young people’s social workers at Suffolk County Council. During the evaluation period 5 young people accessed Belhaven services. Due to the small numbers of children accessing the service, the report does not provide conclusions about the effectiveness of the services, but looks at its impact to date and progress concerning its implementation. The evaluation found evidence that the service led to fewer episodes of hospitalisation for 3 young people, and to avoidance of admission to CAMHS inpatient service in at least one case; positive outcomes in relation to education; positive improvements in mental and emotional health and wellbeing; and improved relationships with family and friends for some young people. The report makes recommendations for the future development of the service. (Edited publisher abstract)