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ArticleJournal of family & child health2025

How can we strengthen the fragile relationship between families with mental health needs and children's social care?

Katy Cleece, Parisa Quaynor, Carley Hall, Katalin Ujhelyi Gomez

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Article in Journal of family & child health, 2025. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Not yet cited in PubMed.

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5 · Who and what money

Authors and funding

4 authors.

Katy CleeceSocial Work Research Lead, Lancashire and South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust.
Parisa QuaynorPublic Advisor with lived experience, Early Break.
Carley HallPublic Advisor with lived experience, Early Break.
Katalin Ujhelyi GomezNIHR ARC NWC* Research Associate, University of Liverpool.

Funding

Department of Health NIHR200182
6 · The paper itself

Abstract

Background: Children of parents with a diagnosed mental illness are four times more likely to be removed by social services worsening parental mental health and introducing further trauma. A previous review synthesised the evidence on the views and experiences of parents with mental health problems (MHPs) and social care practitioners regarding the support provided. Aim: This commentary aims to critically appraise this review and expand upon its findings in the context of current evidence and practice. Methods: The quality of the review was assessed using the Joanna Briggs Institute Critical Appraisal Checklist. Findings: Despite potential biases in the review and some methodological issues in the included studies, the findings reveal important challenges in supporting parents with MHPs. Conclusion: Mutually trusting relationships between families and professionals are key in facilitating engagement. A strengths-based holistic approach would yield more positive outcomes for all. Adequate central government funding for local authorities is essential to deliver the care required.

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children’s social servicescritical appraisalparental mental healthsystematic reviewtrauma-focused care

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PMID41583386
PMCPMC7618668

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