AGUINIGA Donna M., MADDEN Elissa E., HAWLEY Alicia
Journal article citation:
Children and Youth Services Review, 50, 2015, pp.20-27.
Publisher:
Elsevier
Using a merged data set constructed from empirical data obtained from Child Protective Services (CPS) and a nonprofit agency tasked with conducting an evaluation of a child protection mediation pilot project in the state in which this study was conducted, this study (N = 311) explores how various child and family factors in child protection mediation cases affect placement outcomes for children in care. Results of the multinomial logistic regression (MLR) analyses found that children for whom parent/caregiver substance abuse and/or mental illness was an issue were less likely to be reunified with their parents than remain in care. Those children who experienced a higher number of placements and those who were male were less likely to be placed with relatives. Children whose parents experienced mental health issues were less likely to be placed with a relative. With regard to the permanency outcome of adoption, the findings showed that as the age of the child at time of removal increased, children were less likely to be adopted than remain in care. Additionally, African American children in the sample were less likely to be adopted.
(Publisher abstract)
Using a merged data set constructed from empirical data obtained from Child Protective Services (CPS) and a nonprofit agency tasked with conducting an evaluation of a child protection mediation pilot project in the state in which this study was conducted, this study (N = 311) explores how various child and family factors in child protection mediation cases affect placement outcomes for children in care. Results of the multinomial logistic regression (MLR) analyses found that children for whom parent/caregiver substance abuse and/or mental illness was an issue were less likely to be reunified with their parents than remain in care. Those children who experienced a higher number of placements and those who were male were less likely to be placed with relatives. Children whose parents experienced mental health issues were less likely to be placed with a relative. With regard to the permanency outcome of adoption, the findings showed that as the age of the child at time of removal increased, children were less likely to be adopted than remain in care. Additionally, African American children in the sample were less likely to be adopted.
(Publisher abstract)
Subject terms:
child protection, mediation, permanency planning, foster care, looked after children, placement, adoption, parents, mental health problems, substance misuse;
National Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children
Publication year:
2014
Pagination:
214
Place of publication:
London
A review of the evidence on poor mental health prevention and treatment in looked after children. Looked after children have a higher than average risk of developing mental health difficulties as a result of a range of individual factors (biology, personal characteristics) as well as environmental factors (experiences before and in care, situational context. A biological or behavioural response that is a strength in one context can become problematic in a different context. The report considers the evidence on general features of the care environment and children’s well-being and assesses the choice between being at home and being in care, between different forms of permanence for those not returned to their families and between residential care, foster care, and multi-dimensional foster care for those who have not achieved family-based permanence. It also examines some of the assessment instruments used with looked after children and reviews a number of specific interventions for mental health issues. The report offers some recommendations for policy, practice and research, emphasising the importance of early interventions, strong relationships, carer training, continuity of care, child-centred interventions and a flexible interpretation of children’s behaviour.
(Edited publisher abstract)
A review of the evidence on poor mental health prevention and treatment in looked after children. Looked after children have a higher than average risk of developing mental health difficulties as a result of a range of individual factors (biology, personal characteristics) as well as environmental factors (experiences before and in care, situational context. A biological or behavioural response that is a strength in one context can become problematic in a different context. The report considers the evidence on general features of the care environment and children’s well-being and assesses the choice between being at home and being in care, between different forms of permanence for those not returned to their families and between residential care, foster care, and multi-dimensional foster care for those who have not achieved family-based permanence. It also examines some of the assessment instruments used with looked after children and reviews a number of specific interventions for mental health issues. The report offers some recommendations for policy, practice and research, emphasising the importance of early interventions, strong relationships, carer training, continuity of care, child-centred interventions and a flexible interpretation of children’s behaviour.
(Edited publisher abstract)
Subject terms:
looked after children, mental health problems, child and adolescent mental health services, early intervention, permanency planning, foster care, adoption, residential child care, prevention;
This publication is based on information collected by local authority social services departments in Wales and provided to the Local Government Data Unit - Wales (Data Unit). All information is based on the financial year 2007-08 unless otherwise stated.
This publication is based on information collected by local authority social services departments in Wales and provided to the Local Government Data Unit - Wales (Data Unit). All information is based on the financial year 2007-08 unless otherwise stated.
Subject terms:
learning disabilities, looked after children, mental health problems, physical disabilities, sensory impairments, social services, social care staff, adoption, care homes, foster care;
An annual report collating the social services statistical returns from local authorities in Wales. The report includes information on children, adults receiving services, people with physical, sensory of a learning disability, mental health services and staff directly employed by local authority social services departments.
(Edited publisher abstract)
An annual report collating the social services statistical returns from local authorities in Wales. The report includes information on children, adults receiving services, people with physical, sensory of a learning disability, mental health services and staff directly employed by local authority social services departments.
(Edited publisher abstract)
Subject terms:
looked after children, adoption, child protection, community care, learning disabilities, social services, social care staff, mental health problems, staff, physical disabilities, sensory impairments, care homes, residential care, foster carers, older people, social care professionals;
Adoption and Fostering, 25(3), Autumn 2001, pp.29-38.
Publisher:
Sage
The direct work integral to making assessments of looked after children is usually complex and may well require referral to specialist services. Explores some key factors in facilitating such specialist assessments in the context of child and adolescent mental health services. Among issues highlighted are: the importance of understanding the context of the request for an assessment; the need for thorough and sensitive preparation before each session, including the presence of a supportive carer; and the need for continuity and consistency throughout the assessment process. A case example, taken from a wider study of siblings in foster care, is used to illustrate the discussion.
The direct work integral to making assessments of looked after children is usually complex and may well require referral to specialist services. Explores some key factors in facilitating such specialist assessments in the context of child and adolescent mental health services. Among issues highlighted are: the importance of understanding the context of the request for an assessment; the need for thorough and sensitive preparation before each session, including the presence of a supportive carer; and the need for continuity and consistency throughout the assessment process. A case example, taken from a wider study of siblings in foster care, is used to illustrate the discussion.
Subject terms:
mental health, looked after children, mental health problems, needs, placement, siblings, adoption, assessment, carers, case studies, child and adolescent mental health services, child care, children, foster care;
Describes a Child and Adolescent Unit at a hospital in Greece that has a long tradition of cooperation with social services and child care institutions, based on the willingness to transform a formal routine of assessment into a long term psycho-social therapeutic project. The authors have created a framework of cooperation that can function at the same time as a tool for assessment and therapy, and as a training and research programme.
Describes a Child and Adolescent Unit at a hospital in Greece that has a long tradition of cooperation with social services and child care institutions, based on the willingness to transform a formal routine of assessment into a long term psycho-social therapeutic project. The authors have created a framework of cooperation that can function at the same time as a tool for assessment and therapy, and as a training and research programme.
Subject terms:
interagency cooperation, looked after children, mental health problems, parent-child relations, psychotherapy, residential child care, adoption, assessment, child abuse, child care, children, emotionally disturbed children, families, foster care;
Briefing paper exploring the effects of the Human Rights Act 1998 on social services provision, and looking specifically at: children's services; adult services (including residential care); services for disabled people and people with mental health problems; availability and rationing of medical treatment; and registration and closure of residential homes.
Briefing paper exploring the effects of the Human Rights Act 1998 on social services provision, and looking specifically at: children's services; adult services (including residential care); services for disabled people and people with mental health problems; availability and rationing of medical treatment; and registration and closure of residential homes.
Subject terms:
home care, human rights, law, local authorities, looked after children, mental health problems, older people, physical disabilities, residential care, social care provision, adoption, child protection, health care;
Briefing paper exploring the effects of the Human Rights Act 1998 on social services provision, and looking specifically at: children's services; adult services (including residential care); services for disabled people and people with mental health problems; availability and rationing of medical treatment; and registration and closure of residential homes.
Briefing paper exploring the effects of the Human Rights Act 1998 on social services provision, and looking specifically at: children's services; adult services (including residential care); services for disabled people and people with mental health problems; availability and rationing of medical treatment; and registration and closure of residential homes.
Subject terms:
home care, human rights, law, local authorities, looked after children, mental health problems, older people, physical disabilities, residential care, social services, social care provision, adoption, care homes, child protection, health care;
Explores the social, emotional and legal issues in the debate about child placement and family reunification policy in the United States. Looks at the circumstances that contribute to family separations and also at alternative living environments which best promote the well-being of children and families. Covers short and long term foster care; in-patient psychiatric care; adoption; small family homes and group homes; guardianship; residential centres. Also covers the implications of placement for children who are abused and children with mental health problems and learning difficulties.
Explores the social, emotional and legal issues in the debate about child placement and family reunification policy in the United States. Looks at the circumstances that contribute to family separations and also at alternative living environments which best promote the well-being of children and families. Covers short and long term foster care; in-patient psychiatric care; adoption; small family homes and group homes; guardianship; residential centres. Also covers the implications of placement for children who are abused and children with mental health problems and learning difficulties.
Subject terms:
homeless people, homelessness, learning disabilities, looked after children, mental health problems, placement, residential child care, adopted children, adoption, autism, children, families, family reunification, foster care;