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Administration and Policy in Mental Health and Mental Health Services Research

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01-05-2011 | Original Paper

Adolescents with Diabetes and Their Parents’ Perceptions of Mental Health Screening, Assessment, and Feedback

Authors: Michelle M. Perfect, Deborah Levine-Donnerstein, Najah E. Swartz, Lauren E. Wheeler, Gisel M. Amaya

Published in: Administration and Policy in Mental Health and Mental Health Services Research | Issue 3/2011

Abstract

This study examined adolescents with diabetes and their parents’ reactions to mental health screenings, assessments, and feedback. Most parents and adolescents did not report negative affect, but 15- and 16-year olds and referred adolescents showed greater levels of concern with assessment outcomes. Among those referred to mental health services, parents anticipated barriers in costs, insurance, and lack of qualified providers. Adolescents reported scheduling conflicts, time, and confidentiality concerns. Respondents perceived feedback as an important component of the clinical process and findings indicated a need for clinicians to incorporate psychosocial screenings and feedback in healthcare visits for adolescents with diabetes.

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Title: Adolescents with Diabetes and Their Parents’ Perceptions of Mental Health Screening, Assessment, and Feedback
Authors: Michelle M. Perfect
Deborah Levine-Donnerstein
Najah E. Swartz
Lauren E. Wheeler
Gisel M. Amaya
Publication date: 01-05-2011
Publisher: Springer US
Published in: Administration and Policy in Mental Health and Mental Health Services Research / Issue 3/2011
Print ISSN: 0894-587X
Electronic ISSN: 1573-3289
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s10488-010-0312-1

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