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Models of case management for working with young children: implications for mental health nurses

Graeme Browne1, Andrew Cashin, Iain Graham

  • 1School of Health and Human Sciences Health, Southern Cross University, Lismore, New South Wales, Australia. Graeme.Browne@scu.edu.au

International Journal of Mental Health Nursing
|January 7, 2012
PubMed

Insights

Mental health nurses play a key role in caring for children with behavioral disorders. Evidence suggests a holistic approach, including parents and social networks, is most effective for pediatric mental health care.

Area of Science:

  • Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
  • Mental Health Nursing Practice

Background:

  • Pediatric mental health care is an emerging field for mental health nurses.
  • Limited evidence exists to guide nursing practice for children with behavioral disorders.
  • Children require specialized mental health care due to developmental stages and family dependence.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore the role of mental health nurses in caring for children with behavioral disorders.
  • To identify evidence-based practices for pediatric mental health care.
  • To highlight the importance of a holistic approach in child mental health.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of existing evidence on pediatric mental health care.
  • Analysis of case management models in adult and child mental health.
  • Examination of the unique skills of mental health nurses in providing holistic care.

Main Results:

  • Effective pediatric mental health care requires focus on the child, parents, and social/school networks.
  • Case management models offering comprehensive services, including therapy, are most effective.
  • Mental health nurses are well-suited for holistic, service-rich care delivery.

Conclusions:

  • Mental health nurses can provide essential, holistic care for children with behavioral disorders.
  • Further articulation of nursing roles and contributions is needed for professional recognition.
  • Evidence-based practice is crucial for advancing pediatric mental health nursing.

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