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Citation |
Magor-Blatch LE, Ingham L. Community Ment. Health J. 2014; 51(3): 338-346. |
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Affiliation |
Faculty of Health, Centre for Applied Psychology, University of Canberra, Canberra, ACT, 2601, Australia, lynne.magor-blatch@canberra.edu.au. |
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Copyright |
(Copyright © 2014, Holtzbrinck Springer Nature Publishing Group) |
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25319877 |
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Abstract |
There is little research reporting the "lived experience" of young people undertaking treatment for mental health conditions. This pilot study explores the phenomenological experiences of a small group of six young people aged 14-18 years who were resident of a youth stepped-care mental health program in the Australian Capital Territory. Using semi-structured interviews, data were collected and two main themes emerged: (a) "Life engagement" and (b) "Relationships." Participants also provided responses on self-report measures at baseline and follow-up and feedback on aspects of the program. Further research is suggested to build on this study to increase research outcomes. Language: en |