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Childhood mental disorders in Great Britain: an epidemiological perspective
- Author:
- MELTZER Howard
- Journal article citation:
- Child Care in Practice, 13(4), October 2007, pp.313-326.
- Publisher:
- Taylor and Francis
The objective of this article is to describe the prevalence of childhood disorders and examine the factors associated with higher rates of disorder by combining the data from two large population-based samples of British children and young people aged 5-15. Just over 18,000 children were assessed in 1999 and 2004 using the Development and Well-Being Assessment, a structured interview with verbatim reports reviewed by clinicians so that information from parents, teachers and children is combined to produce national estimates of clinically recognisable disorders. The overall prevalence of childhood disorders was 9.5%. Factors which are independently associated with increased rates of childhood mental disorders ranged from characteristics of the child (age, sex, physical health problems, having poor scholastic achievement) to family characteristics (family structure, mother's psychological distress, poor family functioning) and household characteristics (tenure, type of accommodation and the working status of family). In conclusion, roughly one in 10 children have at least one ICD10 disorder, involving a significant level of distress or social impairment. Associations with child, family and household characteristics have implications for treatment strategies.
“Care just changes your life”: factors impacting upon the mental health of children and young people with experiences of care in Northern Ireland
- Authors:
- MULLAN Christine, et al
- Journal article citation:
- Child Care in Practice, 13(4), October 2007, pp.417-434.
- Publisher:
- Taylor and Francis
This paper represents one element of a research project carried out into the mental health needs of children and young people with experiences of care in Northern Ireland. Focusing exclusively on qualitative data collected from 51 young people in care and aftercare, it discusses in the first instance how the challenges and difficulties faced by young people can manifest themselves in feelings and behaviours that may exemplify poor mental well-being. In doing so it provides an understanding of mental health in the context of these young people's lives. Through offering a more detailed account of some of the specific issues that put these young people at increased risk, it highlights areas for further work and consideration as a means of protecting them against these risks. These include: dealing with experiences prior to care; easing and “normalising” the experience of living in care; and enhancing “safety nets” after care. A key objective of the research is to inform policy and practice through the accounts of children and young people. It is argued that more work needs to be done to find creative ways of enhancing the day-to-day experiences of young people while in care and when leaving care.
Mental health problems among child welfare clients living at home
- Author:
- IVERSON Anette Christine
- Journal article citation:
- Child Care in Practice, 13(4), October 2007, pp.387-399.
- Publisher:
- Taylor and Francis
The great majority of children receiving intervention from child welfare and protection services (CWS) in Norway live at home. The purpose of this study was to assess mental health problems among these children. Data stem from a population-based study, the Bergen child study, conducted in 2006. Of a sample consisting of 4,162 children in the fifth to seventh grades, 82 children were CWS clients who lived at home. Compared with their peers, the CWS children had significantly higher scores on emotional problems, hyperactivity, conduct problems, peer problems, and total difficulties (child and parent reports on the Strengths and Difficulties Questionnaire). The relationship between being a CWS client and total difficulties remained significant when socio-demographic variables were controlled for. Even though the results indicate that child welfare clients have more contact with child and adolescent mental health service than earlier assumed, the results emphasise the need for strong collaboration between CWS and mental health services and the need for CWS to include other types of interventions in addition to financial support.
The mental health of children and young people: a framework for promotion, prevention and care
- Author:
- SCOTLAND Scottish Executive
- Publisher:
- Scottish Executive
- Publication year:
- 2006
- Pagination:
- 75p.
- Place of publication:
- Edinburgh
This document gives information concerning Scottish Executive policy on preventing and treating mental health problems in children. The context of mental health problems are given, as well as provisions for the development of specialist facilities.
Practice awards: positively beneficial
- Authors:
- WOLPERT Miranda, FOSTER Bob
- Journal article citation:
- Young Minds Magazine, 80, January 2006, pp.22-23.
- Publisher:
- YoungMinds
The authors briefly describe the winners and highly commended services who work with children and young people in this years Positive Practice Awards.
CAHMS in the 21st century: possibilities and tensions
- Authors:
- WOLPERT Miranda, FOSTER Bob
- Journal article citation:
- Young Minds Magazine, 75, March 2005, p.17.
- Publisher:
- YoungMinds
Explores the emerging model of child and adolescent mental health services as incorporating 2 meanings: specialist (where provision to children and young people is their primary function), and the wider community (pretty much anyone working with children).
The name is BOND
- Authors:
- BENNET-HALL Katie, LEVAN Kim
- Journal article citation:
- Young Minds Magazine, 117, Autumn 2012, pp.22-23.
- Publisher:
- YoungMinds
Fourteen thousand children and young people suffer from a diagnosable mental health problem in the Tees Valley area, which equates to three children in every classroom. Since April 2012, the Better Outcomes, New Delivery (BOND) consortium, led by YoungMinds, have been delivering a programme of support in Tees Valley to develop the capacity of the voluntary and community sector to deliver early mental health interventions. The programme is delivered through a series of five workshops, complementary focused support and the development of tailored information and resources. This article details the key areas of focus of the workshops, and outlines how the main aim of the programme was to increase choice and quality of early intervention mental health services available to the young people of Tees Valley.
Referrers' use and views of specialist mental health services for deaf children and young people in England
- Authors:
- BERESFORD Bryony, CLARKE Sue, GRECO Veronica
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Mental Health, 19(2), April 2010, pp.193-201.
- Publisher:
- Taylor and Francis
- Place of publication:
- London
Previous studies have shown that deaf children are at an increased risk of mental health problems than hearing children. While generic child and adolescent mental health services do not have the expertise to work with these children, three teams in England are currently providing specialist services for these children. As such, this study aimed to investigate referrers' views of these specialist services, using a combination of interviews and a postal survey. Overall, findings indicated that referrers were satisfied with the service and identified the features of the service which supported positive outcomes for users. However, access was a significant problem. Referrers suggested developments to the service should incorporate preventive work and cascading of skills to other professional groups. In conclusion, deaf children require expert services in deafness and mental health, and the results indicate the specialist services are achieving this. However, issues of access and widening its remit are desirable ways forward in future development of the service.
'How to' guide: how to support young people with learning disabilities and mental health issues
- Author:
- DAVIES Jill
- Publisher:
- National Transition Support Team
- Publication year:
- 2009
- Pagination:
- 14p., bibliog.
- Place of publication:
- London
This is a guide aimed at strategic managers and other professionals who come into contact with children and young people with learning disabilities. The guide describes common mental health issues experienced, the key issues and barriers to support for this group, current policy and legislation, and practical ideas in providing support. The guide is supported with four short case studies. A listing of useful websites and resources are included.
Let's listen to the needs of deaf children
- Author:
- GOULD Mark
- Journal article citation:
- Young Minds Magazine, 99, April 2009, pp.28-29.
- Publisher:
- YoungMinds
A recent research report by the York University for the Department of Health has highlighted the problems deaf children with mental health problems have in gaining accessing to specialist services.