A health-education intervention to improve outcomes for children with emotional and behavioural difficulties: protocol for a pilot cluster randomised controlled trial.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

One in seven (14%) children aged 4-17 years old meet criteria for a mental illness over a 12-month period. The majority of these children have difficulty accessing clinical assessment and treatment despite evidence demonstrating the importance of early intervention. Schools are increasingly recognised as universal platforms where children with mental health concerns could be identified and supported. However, educators have limited training or access to clinical support in this area.

Methods and analysis

This study is a pilot cluster randomised controlled trial of a co-designed health and education model aiming to improve educator identification and support of children with emotional and behavioural difficulties. Twelve Victorian government primary schools repre

SUBMITTER: Garvey W 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9226964 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature