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Looking after infant mental health: our case for change. A summary of research evidence
- Author:
- NATIONAL SOCIETY FOR THE PREVENTION OF CRUELTY TO CHILDREN
- Publisher:
- National Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children
- Publication year:
- 2016
- Pagination:
- 21
- Place of publication:
- London
Drawing on evidence from research and practice, this report sets out a case for prioritising the mental health needs of young children in care who have experienced abuse or neglect. The report focuses England and Wales, and includes data and statistics throughout to support key points. It presents evidence to show that children who experience maltreatment and grow up without positive and stable relationships are at greater risk of mental health problems and other poor outcomes throughout their lives. It looks at the lack of stable relationships for children in care due to unstable placements; the need for specialist support for foster carers; the need for services to support vulnerable birth parents to care for their children; and the need for more services to identify and look after the mental health of babies and infants. Finally the report presents evidence to show the benefits of investing early to provide the right support for children, their parents and carers, highlighting the savings and long term benefits to society as a whole. The report forms part of the NSPCC case for change, which, by highlighting the fundamental importance of looking after infant mental health, aims to build awareness and understanding, and to create change for the better. (Edited publisher abstract)
Looking after infant mental health in Scotland: our case for change. A summary of research evidence
- Author:
- NATIONAL SOCIETY FOR THE PREVENTION OF CRUELTY TO CHILDREN
- Publisher:
- National Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children
- Publication year:
- 2016
- Pagination:
- 21
- Place of publication:
- London
Drawing on evidence from research and practice, this report sets out a case for prioritising the mental health needs of young children in care in Scotland who have experienced abuse or neglect. Statistics from Scotland are included throughout to support key points. The report presents evidence to show that children who experience maltreatment and grow up without positive and stable relationships are at greater risk of mental health problems and other poor outcomes throughout their lives. It looks at the lack of stable relationships for children in care due to unstable placements; the need for specialist support for foster carers; the need for services to support vulnerable birth parents to care for their children; and the need for more services to identify and look after the mental health of babies and infants. Finally the report presents evidence to show the benefits of investing early to provide the right support for children, their parents and carers, highlighting the savings and long term benefits to society as a whole. The report forms part of the NSPCC case for change, which, by highlighting the fundamental importance of looking after infant mental health, aims to build awareness and understanding, and to create change for the better. (Edited publisher abstract)
All babies count: information for professionals
- Author:
- NATIONAL SOCIETY FOR THE PREVENTION OF CRUELTY TO CHILDREN
- Publisher:
- National Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children
- Publication year:
- 2011
- Pagination:
- 22p.
- Place of publication:
- London
Drawing on their full report 'All babies count', the NSPCC present key areas for professionals working with babies and infants at risk of child abuse or neglect. It highlights the increased risk babies face when parents are experiencing mental health problems, domestic abuse, substance misuse, or mental health problems. It also looks at the principles that enable services to be more effective in keeping babies safe. Four new NSPCC programmes for protecting babies are also briefly described.