Barriers to Care for Adolescents with Emotional and Behavioral Problems
Author Information
Author(s): Paclikova Katerina, Dankulincova Veselska Zuzana, Madarasova Geckova Andrea, Tavel Peter, Jansen Danielle E. M. C., van Dijk Jitse P., Reijneveld Sijmen A.
Primary Institution: Olomouc University Social Health Institute, Palacky University in Olomouc, Czechia
Hypothesis
What barriers do care providers experience while providing psychosocial care for adolescents with emotional and behavioral problems?
Conclusion
Addressing the barriers within the care system can improve psychosocial care for adolescents with emotional and behavioral problems.
Supporting Evidence
- Emotional and behavioral problems are a major public health issue in adolescents.
- Approximately 15.5% of adolescents in Europe suffer from emotional and behavioral problems.
- Care providers reported barriers related to legislative framework, financing, and coordination of care.
Takeaway
Care providers face many challenges when helping teenagers with emotional and behavioral issues, like not having enough money or staff.
Methodology
Qualitative assessment with 25 semi-structured interviews conducted with care providers from 17 institutions.
Potential Biases
Subjective views of researchers may influence analysis, though efforts were made to reduce this through consensus.
Limitations
The study may not have achieved maximum saturation of professionals and included both individual and group interviews.
Participant Demographics
Participants included 20 psychologists, 18 social workers, 4 child psychiatrists, 4 teachers, and others from various backgrounds.
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