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Health promoting influences of the family on late adolescent functioning
- Authors:
- REINHERZ Helen Z., et al
- Journal article citation:
- Child and Adolescent Social Work Journal, 25(6), December 2008, pp.517-530.
- Publisher:
- Springer
This study examined whether potentially modifiable health-promoting family factors during mid-adolescence (age 15) predicted adaptive functioning in late adolescence (age 18) among members of a working-class community cohort. Family factors included feeling valued in the family, cohesion, and social support. Late adolescent outcomes covered developmentally salient areas: academic functioning; mental health; suicidal behaviour; and social, psychological, and behavioural functioning. The findings demonstrate that a positive adolescent family milieu is related to both adaptive outcomes and a reduced likelihood of serious difficulties, including mental and behaviour problems. Although each hypothesized health-promoting factor was significantly associated with multiple areas of age 18 functioning, the patterns of association differed by type of family factor. Taken together, results suggest that the family remains an important social context during mid-adolescence and that to be most effective programs designed by practitioners aimed at strengthening families should target multiple features of the family environment.
Whatever life brings: understanding your child's mental health
- Author:
- MENTAL HEALTH FOUNDATION
- Publisher:
- Mental Health Foundation
- Publication year:
- 2008
- Pagination:
- 19p.
- Place of publication:
- London
This booklet from the Mental Health Foundation outlines for parents and carers the things that keep children and young people in good mental health and suggests what can help when children are troubled. It describes the mental health problems that can affect children and young people and outlines the help that is available. The booklet generally refers to children when they are aged 5 to 11 and young people when they are aged 12 to 18. Much of the information applies to any young person up to age 18. It also gives a list of organisations which can provide further information and advice.
Bone's brainbox beats the blues
- Author:
- O'NEILL Siobhan
- Journal article citation:
- Community Care, 23.10.08, 2008, p.20.
- Publisher:
- Reed Business Information
Outlines the achievements of Deborah Bone who works with young people with mental health problems. She initiated the Making a Difference (MAD) Group to bring together professionals who work with children and young people - from teachers to nursery nurses - to improve their practice. She has also created an "artificial brain" to help children tackle issues around mental health problems.
Walking talking therapy
- Authors:
- BEAUCHEMIN James, MANNS Joleen
- Journal article citation:
- Mental Health Today, April 2008, pp.34-35.
- Publisher:
- Pavilion
- Place of publication:
- Hove
Given the links between mental health, obesity and exercise, the author discusses whether physical activity could be incorporated into therapy sessions with young people. The article includes a brief case study of on young person suffering from a depressive disorder and anxiety.
See with your mind
- Author:
- ROWLING Edwina
- Journal article citation:
- Mental Health Today, April 2008, pp.14-15.
- Publisher:
- Pavilion
- Place of publication:
- Hove
The author profiles the Experience in Mind (EiM)group, innovatory training project on young people's mental health devised and led by young people. EiM is a partnership between Mind in Brighton and Hove and Hove YMCA.
SCIE research briefing 24: experiences of children and young people caring for a parent with a mental health problem
- Authors:
- SOCIAL CARE INSTITUTE FOR EXCELLENCE, ROBERTS Diane, et al
- Publisher:
- Social Care Institute for Excellence
- Publication year:
- 2008
- Place of publication:
- London
The total of 175,000 young carers identified in the 2001 UK Census is likely to be a substantial underestimate. Over one third of young carers provide care for someone with a serious mental health problem who is their parent or holds a parental role. Mothers are more likely to suffer mental health problems than fathers, and care for mothers is most often given by a female child. The unpredictable nature of some mental health problems can create difficulties for young carers whose behaviours are not always correctly attributed. The high level of stigma attached to mental health problems may lead young carers to exclude themselves from social involvement. The needs of young carers could often be better met by validating their input, concerns and skills. The education system can play a major role by recognising the impact of the caring role on children and young people’s experience of education, and making appropriate onward referrals.
Heads up: mental health of children and young people: a guide for donors and charities
- Authors:
- JOY Iona, POORTVLIET Matthew van, YEOWART Clare
- Publisher:
- New Philanthropy Capital
- Publication year:
- 2008
- Pagination:
- 100p.
- Place of publication:
- London
A summary outlines the subject of young people and mental health: responsibility, how charities help, challenges, what donors can do, and New Philanthropy Capital's recommendations. The text begins with an introduction giving case histories, the case for support, what can be done, how charities and donors can help, and information on NPC and the report. Chapters then detail the problem, what works, what government and charities do, challenges facing charities and donors, and options for donors. A "Final word" states that children's and young people's mental health is everyone's business, and charities can make a big difference.
Met and unmet need in youth mental health
- Authors:
- COSGRAVE Elizabeth M., et al
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Mental Health, 17(6), December 2008, pp.618-628.
- Publisher:
- Taylor and Francis
- Place of publication:
- London
Adolescents and young adults have a high incidence and prevalence of mental disorders, which can be disabling, chronic and lead to the development of further mental health problems. Yet their needs are not being adequately met by existing health structures. This study set out to examine the extent of met and unmet need in young people by assessing referrals to a public mental health service for 15 - 24 year olds in Western and Northwestern regions of Melbourne, Australia. The study sought to identify differences between young people who were accepted into the service and those who were not with respect to psychiatric diagnosis, subthreshold symptoms, and psychosocial functioning. All young people aged 15 - 24 years who were referred to the service from April to September 2003 for assistance with non-psychotic disorders were approached for assessment. 204 individuals were referred to the service with non-psychotic problems over the data collection period, and 150 consented to participate in the study. Fifty nine percent of participants (n = 88) were accepted into the service (the RA group). They were more likely to have a current diagnosis than those not accepted into the service (the RNA group; n = 62). The RA group had higher levels of depression and anxiety, and lower psychosocial functioning, compared to the RNA group. The RNA group were also unwell: nearly 63% had at least one diagnosis at the time of referral. Both the RA and RNA groups showed functional impairment. Limited services are denying assistance to young people with significant morbidity and associated functional impairment.
Psychiatric rehospitalization for children and young people: implications for social work and intervention
- Authors:
- CHUNG Walter, et al
- Journal article citation:
- Child and Adolescent Social Work Journal, 25(6), December 2008, pp.483-496.
- Publisher:
- Springer
This study explored factors associated with the psychiatric rehospitalization of children and adolescents. A retrospective archival review was conducted on 403 children and adolescents admitted into an inpatient psychiatric hospital. Results indicated that 16% were readmitted in the same year. Children and adolescents who had a prior history of psychiatric rehospitalization, lived in a residential treatment facility, and had a diagnosis of oppositional/defiant or conduct disorder were more likely to be rehospitalized. Psychosocial factors must be considered in predicting and preventing psychiatric rehospitalization. Clinical social workers should include therapeutic foster care as an option for aftercare placements of youth exhibiting externalizing behaviours and/or with a history of multiple restrictive care placements.
Out of the shadows?: a review of the responses to recommendations made in Pushed into the shadows: young people's experience of adult mental health facilities
- Author:
- 11 MILLION
- Publisher:
- 11 Million
- Publication year:
- 2008
- Pagination:
- 146p.
- Place of publication:
- London
This report considers some of the key areas of concern in relation to the level and quality of care and support given to children and young people with mental health problems in England. It builds upon work that 11 MILLION has carried out in this area, particularly our work with VIK (Very Important Kids)5 and YoungMinds. It reflects on the issues raised by children and young people who experience mental distress, as well as by individuals and organisations with an interest in the mental health of children and young people.