Children and Young People's Experiences of Mental Health Services in Healthcare Settings: An Integrated Review. Issue 3 (3rd July 2022)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Kirker, Rachael Sarah; Brown, Julie; Clarke, Sonya
• Is Part Of: Comprehensive child & adolescent nursing. Volume 45:Issue 3(2022)
• Page Start: 247
• Page End: 263
• Publication Date: 2022-07-03
• Subjects: Mental health -- children and young people -- mental health services; Pediatric nursing -- Periodicals; Adolescence -- Nursing -- Periodicals; Pediatric Nursing; Pediatrics; Periodicals; 610.7362
• DOI: 10.1080/24694193.2021.1974605
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 2469-4193

Abstract

ABSTRACT: Mental health (MH) issues can affect all children and young people (CYP), and can form a long-term negative impact on their life prospects if left unchecked. It is of utmost importance that CYP's voices are heard and that they are involved in decision-making and care planning. CYP aged 4–17 years old have provided an invaluable insight into their experiences of mental health services within healthcare settings. This review undertaken as part of a Masters in Advanced Professional Practice explores the CYP's views and experiences within primary, secondary, and tertiary mental health services. Consequently, the betterment of mental health services for all CYP is sought.