SynthesisBMC health services research2024
Adolescents' involvement in mental health treatment and service design: a systematic review.
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- Advancing in Personalization of Psychological, Indicated Preventive Interventions: A Randomized Controlled Trial in Adolescents at High-Risk of Developing Emotional Disorders.Child psychiatry and human development · 2026Article
- "To make a positive difference": diverse youth perspectives on getting involved in mental health research.Research involvement and engagement · 2026Article
- Perceptions of information and participation in child and adolescent mental health care: a comparison of patient and caregiver reports across inpatient and day hospital settings.Child and adolescent psychiatry and mental health · 2026Article
- "We Are Humans, and We Are People" - A Thematic Analysis Exploring the Disclosure and Help-Seeking Experiences of Young People Who Experience Voice-Hearing Within Mental Health Services in the UK.Clinical child psychology and psychiatry · 2026Article
- A qualitative investigation of young people's experiences and views of Early Support Hubs across England.PloS one · 2026Article
- Five meaningful roles of engagement: Framework for Lived Experience Roles in Mental Health Research (FLER-R).PLOS mental health · 2026Article
- The Impact of a Physical Education Program on Personal and Social Responsibility and Mental Health among High-School Students.International journal of school health · 2025Article
- Exploring mental health literacy among youths with background as asylum-seekers and refugees: a systematic review.Frontiers in psychiatry · 2025Review
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Abstract
backgroundAdolescents' involvement in their mental healthcare is considered a fundamental human right. However, there is a lack of consensus regarding the extent and nature of user involvement and limited research on user involvement in adolescent mental healthcare has previously been identified. Given the evolving focus on this area, this study explores the experiences with, the effectiveness of, and safety issues related to adolescents' user involvement in mental healthcare.
methodWe conducted a systematic review, updating our original review with current research evidence relating to adolescents' involvement in mental healthcare at individual and organizational levels. Searches across six databases, screening of reference lists, and suggestions from experts within the field helped to identify 5,527 records, of which 251 full text articles were screened. Established guidelines were used for data extraction, critical appraisal, and reporting of results.
resultsCollectively, the literature searches resulted in 36 eligible studies, of which 28 provided qualitative data and eight provided quantitative data. The quantitative studies identified the importance of personal help and online tools to support adolescents' involvement in their mental healthcare. A few qualitative studies suggested shared decision-making is associated with improved self-reported mental health and treatment satisfaction. No studies focused on safety issues. A thematic synthesis of qualitative studies yielded four themes at the individual level and two themes at the organizational level. The findings highlight the growing recognition of adolescents' right to be involved and their capacity to take part in decision-making, emphasizing shared decision-making, two-way communication, and trust as key components of a collaborative relationship fundamental to user involvement. Further facilitators for user involvement at both individual and organizational levels are described.
conclusionThe significance of user involvement in adolescent mental healthcare is underscored by a sense of increased empowerment and services tailored to meet adolescents' needs. The evidence gathered from qualitative studies suggests involving adolescents in their treatment contributed to greater motivation for treatment, higher attendance rates, and treatment continuation. User involvement should emphasize adolescents' preferences and a collaborative relationship that incorporates shared decision-making. Further implications for future practice and research are discussed.
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