Youth Mental Health

Mother and Children Outcomes in Women with Bipolar Disorder

This project aims to follow-up a group of women and their children, who previously participated in a study examining maternal mental health during pregnancy and, with their newborns, in the first 12 months after giving birth, when the children are 6-8 years of age.

An Online Parenting Programme Engaging for All Parents

The way parents bring up their children is a major determinant of whether or not they have behaviour problems. Inconsistent, harsh parenting, combined with lack of involvement with the child and low praise and encouragement are strongly implicated. We have developed an online parenting programme to teach parents the best strategies to improve parenting.

Brief Educational Workshops in Secondary Schools Trial for Depression and Anxiety

More than half of adult mental health conditions have first onset before the age of 15 years, and almost three-quarters by the age of 18 years. Brief Educational Workshops in Secondary Schools Trial (BESST) has been investigating whether the DISCOVER day-long workshop program delivered in sixth-forms is able to help older adolescents in reducing depression and anxiety.

Improving CAMHS First Assessments in Care-Experienced Children

Care-experienced children and young people (CECYP) often face higher levels of trauma and mental-health difficulties, yet the first step of getting help - the initial assessment in Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS) - can feel overwhelming or even distressing. This project aims to change that. Working closely with care-experienced young people, carers, and clinicians, this research will explore what makes these first appointments feel supportive, safe, and trauma-informed.

Supporting Early Intervention for Young People with Eating Disorders

Early intervention for eating disorders is vital to improve outcomes and reduce the need for longer and more intensive treatments. The First Episode Rapid Early Intervention for Eating Disorders (FREED) programme is designed specifically for young people who have recently developed an eating disorder. This study will test a new tool that checks whether FREED is being delivered as intended, using insights to support service improvement across the UK.