Characterising variability in youth mental health service populations: A detailed and scalable approach using digital technology.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

This study utilised digital technology to assess the clinical needs of young people presenting for care at headspace centres across Australia.

Method

1490 young people (12-25 years) who presented to one of 11 headspace services from four geographical locations (urban New South Wales, urban South Australia, regional New South Wales, and regional Queensland) completed a digital multidimensional assessment at initial presentation. Characteristics were compared between services and geographical locations.

Results

We identified major variation in the demographics, and the type and severity of needs across different services. Individuals from regional services were more likely to be younger, of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander origin, and presen

SUBMITTER: Capon W 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10293478 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature