Tuesday, 5 September 2017

CAMHS shortfall is having a deadly affect on young people


"Why are the regulators and the Government deaf to the needs of some of the most vulnerable young people in our society?
Firstly, there is a lack of understanding that children don’t suddenly become sick, then have a few months treatment and are cured. Meaningful provision means preventative steps must be taken to protect our young minds from an early age.
We need far more robust education in our schools and care homes to identify the signs of mental health – and strategies and support put in place to help these worried youngsters.

It is also crucial that there are ‘step down’ facilities so young people have the support to re-integrate them into society and are not just dumped back in the situation that caused their illness in the first instance."

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