Conceptualising the social networks of vulnerable children and young people: a systematic review and narrative synthesis.

ABSTRACT:

Purpose

The relationship between social networks and health and wellbeing is increasingly demonstrated in vulnerable adult populations. This relationship for vulnerable children and young people has not hitherto been systematically reviewed. This narrative synthesis aims to consolidate research to provide a foundational basis for future health-related social network research and interventions for children and young people.

Methods

This mixed methods systematic review synthesises research investigating whole, egocentric social networks of 32 vulnerable child groups with a mean age below 18. There were no setting, language or date restrictions. The quality was assessed using the Mixed Methods Appraisal Tool. Of 6360 search results, 49 were included for narrative synthesis.

SUBMITTER: Nevard I 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7870613 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature