The proposed work will help identify mental health needs and therefore research priorities across the region particularly in neurodivergent individuals who have a high prevalence of mental health problems.
Background
Service provision to meet local needs for diverse groups is fragmented and little is known on what local provisions and research priorities are and what evaluations are needed.
Project Aims
- To identify mental health provision for neurodivergent children and adults in the East of England
- To address barriers and facilitators to accessing the mental health support and interventions
Project Activity
- The following activities are underway:
- 1. Evidence review on the barriers and facilitators of access to mental health in children and adults with ADHD
- 2. Qualitative analysis addressing access to mental health in adults and children with ADHD
Who is involved?
- Dr Amanda Ludlow (PI), corresponding researcher
- Prof Daksha Trivedi (PI), University of Hertfordshire
- Jasmine Chavda, University of Hertfordshire
Proposed outputs and impact
- Publications of the findings and the evidence from the review
- Potential impact to be discussed via stake holder events and opportunities for implementation as the findings emerge
Papers and resources
Read the related report, titled 'Mapping Report 2023-2024'
Who is involved?
- Dr Amanda Ludlow (PI) corresponding researcher
- Prof Daksha Trivedi (PI) University of Hertfordshire
Contact us
- Dr Amanda Ludlow- a.ludlow@herts.ac.uk
- Prof Daksha Trivedi- d.trivedi@herts.ac.uk
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