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Helping Young People in Out-of-Home Care: Basic Elements.
Saskia Drever1, Michael Tarren-Sweeney2, Kenneth Nunn3
1South Western Sydney Local Health District (SWSLHD) NSW Health, Australia.
Summary
Children in out-of-home care (OOHC) face significant mental health challenges. This study proposes 6 practice modifications to improve engagement and outcomes for these vulnerable young people.
Area of Science:
- Child and Adolescent Mental Health
- Psychiatry
- Social Work
Background:
- Children and adolescents in out-of-home care (OOHC) exhibit high rates of mental health difficulties, often severe and complex.
- These young people face barriers to treatment engagement, including distrust, stigma, and service inaccessibility.
Discussion:
- Effective mental health services for OOHC youth require specialized approaches to address their unique needs.
- Addressing barriers like stigmatization, confidentiality concerns, and lack of trust is crucial for therapeutic success.
Key Insights:
- A significant proportion of OOHC youth experience clinical or near-clinical mental health issues.
- Engagement and retention in mental health treatment are major challenges for this population.
Outlook:
- Implementing 6 proposed clinical practice modifications can enhance therapeutic engagement.
- These modifications aim to maximize positive mental health outcomes for young people in OOHC.
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