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  • A three-track, psychodynamic treatment approach for children who have experienced complex trauma

    Children facing complex trauma often lack stable, supportive caregivers, affecting their emotional and social growth. This paper outlines a three-track treatment model combining child therapy with parent and caregiver support.

    Authors: Vliegen, N., Tang, E., Midgley, N., et al.

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  • A theory-building case study of resolving epistemic mistrust and developing epistemic trust in psychotherapy with depressed adolescents

    This study explored how trust can be rebuilt in therapy for teens who struggle to trust others. It found that trust develops through key therapist-patient interactions and early opportunities for openness, offering practical guidance for improving treatment outcomes.

    Authors: Li, E., Midgley, N., Campbell., et al.

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  • Clinical effectiveness of the Circle of Security-Parenting group intervention for birthing parents in perinatal mental health services in England (COSI)

    The COSI study tested whether the Circle of Security-Parenting (COS-P) programme is a helpful and acceptable way for NHS perinatal mental health services to support mothers, birthing parents and their relationships with their babies.

    Authors: Rosan, C & Alyousefi-van Dijk, K., et al.

  • Adolescents' experiences of risk and protective factors in relation to mental wellbeing and mental health: a typology developed using ideal-type analysis

    Part of a three-year HeadStart evaluation across six English authorities, this study explores adolescents’ views on risks, protective factors, and supports that help them cope with challenges and promote positive outcomes.

    Authors: Eisenstadt, M., Stapley, E., Benedito, M. et al.

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  • A qualitative study of English school children’s experiences of two brief, universal, classroom-based mental health and wellbeing interventions

    Focus groups with 65 pupils (aged 8-12) from seven English schools explored experiences of mindfulness and relaxation lessons. Children valued calm classroom settings and variety in activities, highlighting factors that support effective delivery.

    Authors: Stapley, E., Hayes, D., March, A. et al.

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  • Public participation in mental health programming: insights into the ways young people are involved in the development, delivery, and evaluation of mental health initiatives in school and community spaces

    Study of 76 school mental health participation activities across six English authorities found varied youth influence levels. Applying Davies’s Matrix Model, it highlights the need for intentional, transparent participation approaches aligned with programme goals.

    Authors: Dolaty, S., Midouhas, E., Deighton, J. et al.

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  • Ethnic inequalities in adolescent mental wellbeing: An interaction analysis of social identity markers, risk and protective factors

    Analysis of #BeeWell data (N=67,866, aged 12–15) found several minoritised groups reported better mental wellbeing than White British peers. Interactions with gender, support and discrimination varied by ethnicity, revealing complex and nuanced patterns.

    Authors: Stepanous, J., Irizar, P., Mills-Webb, K. et al.

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  • Young people’s views of social prescribing as an approach to improving mental health: A qualitative study

    Young people shared mixed views on social prescribing for mental health: many valued it as a non-medical option, while others worried it could replace therapy. Factors like access to resources influenced how helpful they felt SP could be.

    Authors: Olsson, A., Stapley, E., Russell, A. et al.

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  • Challenging school experiences of absence and return for young people with chronic health conditions: a qualitative study

    Students with chronic health conditions report higher absence, academic setbacks, and isolation. Findings highlight gaps in school support and staff knowledge, underscoring the need for policies to mitigate the impact of unavoidable absence.

    Authors: Herlitz, L., Jay, M. A., Powell, C. et al.

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