Supporting the parents of young people with mental health problems
Caring for a young person with mental health problems is one of the most stressful things a parent can do. AYPH’s Ann Hagell presents the headline findings from an evaluation of Rollercoaster parents support service by Northumbria University. Rollercoaster is based...
We have to do better in tackling young people’s health inequalities
AYPH’s policy fellow, Rachael McKeown, introduces a position statement from the Young People’s Health Partnership, in advance of an upcoming government white paper on health disparities. We are at an opportune moment in policy making. With the creation of the Office...
Obesity, eating disorders and calorie counting on menus: implications for young people
New changes to food labelling may have particular implications for young people who experience weight issues or eating disorders. AYPH’s Jeremy Sachs outlines the issues. From April 6 2022, restaurants, cafes and takeaways with over 250 staff are required to...
Identifying young people who are more likely to experience health inequalities
In this blog, Rachael McKeown explores different ways of identifying groups of young people who are more likely to experience health inequalities. We share findings from a survey of professionals about how useful they find protected characteristics and inclusion...
The experiences of young people and their families living with excess weight
Young people and their families living with excess weight experience huge stigma and judgement. As the NHS delivers new clinics for excess weight we are delighted to share the results of work with young people and parents that highlights the need for good...
Engaging young people in health services research and service design
To what extent are our current systems for ethical engagement with young people covering all the bases? What do young people think are the ethical issues raised by their involvement in research and service design? AYPH’s Dr Ann Hagell introduces new resources...
Language matters: how should we talk about young people’s health inequalities?
Last year we researched the language and terminology used to describe young people’s health inequalities. In this blog post, Rachael McKeown shares what we found out and gives us the tools for future discussions on this important topic. This work is part of our health...
Reasons to invest in the health of 10-24 year olds – what the data tell us
AYPH’s Research Lead, Ann Hagell, sets out UK data-based reasons for investing in young people’s health Good health for young people is central to their wellbeing and forms the bedrock for good health in later life. This is what the World Health Organisation calls the...