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About Us
Society Plays Significant Part in the Mental Health of Young People
Being a teenager or young adult can be tough. While it is a short amount of time, many teens struggle with mental illness or forms of depression that lead to other problems. In some cases, these teens are not getting the help they need and often resort to extreme behaviors instead.
Recent Virtual Medical Centre news argues that these young people should not have to resort to these measures before receiving the help they need. Dr. Patricia McNamara, a senior lecturer in the School of Social Work and Social Policy in Australia, suggests that more attention should be paid to the important role of family and friends.
In her 15-year study, McNamara found that the link between a supportive network of family and friends can make a significant difference in the well being and mental health of these young people.
The study also highlighted that when teens reach the point of hospitalization as a result of extreme behaviors, the return to the community can be bothersome. The study found that once they return, these young people are facing welfare and mental health systems that are often slow and insufficient to respond to their need for help. At times, this slow response can lead to tragedy.
While her research did uncover some useful programs, Dr. McNamara indicated that she was troubled by the chasms in community based services. She told the Virtual Medical Centre: "It seems an indictment of our society that we cannot help young people who have shown enormous courage in coping with their mental illness. Professionals in health, mental health and welfare especially need to be vigilant.
"We need to be flexible and responsive and maintain an active monitoring role so we can pre-empt major struggles such as suicidal thoughts and self harm," added Dr. McNamara.