Young adults not in education, employment, or training (NEET): a global scoping review.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Young adults not in education, employment, or training (NEET) represent a significant global issue, with varying challenges across different countries. Research indicates a strong association between NEET status and negative outcomes such as mental health difficulties, low self-esteem, and social exclusion, though the direction of causality is often complex and bidirectional. This scoping review aimed to provide a comprehensive mapping of international research on NEETs, including risk factors, characteristics, and effective interventions to inform future policy and practice.

Methods

This scoping review was conducted following the Joanna Briggs Institute (JBI) framework, incorporating the PRISMA-ScR checklist. The review included six key stages: identifying the re

SUBMITTER: Gunnes M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12505988 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature