The Role of Caregivers in Promoting Connectedness in Youth with Mental Health Concerns
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Article Title | The Role of Caregivers in Promoting Connectedness in Youth with Mental Health Concerns |
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ERA Journal ID | 212052 |
Article Category | Article |
Authors | Andrews, Brody, Krishnamoorthy, Govind, Dallinger, Vicki C. and Mayberry, Darryl |
Journal Title | Children |
Journal Citation | 11 (12) |
Number of Pages | 15 |
Year | 2024 |
Publisher | MDPI AG |
Place of Publication | Switzerland |
ISSN | 2227-9067 |
Digital Object Identifier (DOI) | https://doi.org/10.3390/children11121469 |
Web Address (URL) | https://www.mdpi.com/2227-9067/11/12/1469 |
Abstract | Background/Objectives: Mental health concerns among youth represent a critical global public health issue. Research has found that youth with mental health concerns are often reliant on their caregivers while being isolated from peers. Guided by the recovery model of mental health care, this study investigates the often-overlooked role of caregivers in fostering ‘connectedness’ in youth; Methods: Semi-structured interviews were conducted with nine caregivers of youth with mental health issue; Results: Thematic analysis underscored three tasks in the role of caregivers in promoting connectedness in youth: (a) understanding the nature and quality of social networks, (b) supporting readiness to engage in social relationships, and (c) promoting their youth’s social problem solving and self-efficacy; Discussion: These tasks highlight the complex dialectics faced by caregivers in supporting youth recovery. The findings hold key implications for developing interventions, resources and policies designed for caregivers. |
Keywords | youth recovery; CHIME; connectedness; mental health; caregivers; youth |
Contains Sensitive Content | Does not contain sensitive content |
ANZSRC Field of Research 2020 | 420313. Mental health services |
520101. Child and adolescent development | |
Byline Affiliations | School of Psychology and Wellbeing |
Manna Institute, Australia | |
Centre for Health Research | |
Monash University |
https://research.usq.edu.au/item/zqq3q/the-role-of-caregivers-in-promoting-connectedness-in-youth-with-mental-health-concerns
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