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Best For You, our innovative mental health programme for young people, has partnered with YouTube to produce high-quality, clinically assured content. As part of this collaboration, we’re delighted to have been selected as one of the ‘trusted sources’ being featured on its new mental health shelves for teens. https://lnkd.in/eiYJsVcR This is an important step forward in making trusted mental health support easier to find, whenever young people need it. We’re proud to be part of this next chapter, working with YouTube to reach more young people and connect them with reliable, expert-led support. Find out more about the future of Best For You: https://lnkd.in/eH-crede Best For You is run in partnership by Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust, Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, West London NHS Trust, and CW+. It is being evaluated by academic experts at ARC NWL (NIHR Applied Research Collaboration Northwest London).

Every number tells a story. Our latest peer-reviewed study found that adolescents at elevated suicide risk who received mental health services through Rula experienced faster symptom improvement, reaching similar levels of wellbeing as their no-risk peers by 12 visits. This is what it looks like when measurement-based care and personalized matching work together to support real-world progress. Our model of care isn’t just about access, it’s about outcomes. Swipe through to see what this means for the future of youth mental healthcare, and read the full report here: https://lnkd.in/eEDBVsN3

So excited to share new research from our Rula team in JMIR Publications Pediatrics and Parenting! The study followed adolescents receiving behavioral health care through Rula, including those at elevated suicide risk, and found meaningful symptom improvement over time. This is such encouraging evidence for pediatric practices working to expand access to support youth mental health earlier. #Pediatrics #MentalHealth #AdolescentCare #DigitalHealth #RulaHealth

Access to mental health is the first step, but are you getting better? For a large swath of the industry, getting better is evaluated on vibes or not at all. Rula exists to set the standard for helping clients/patients get demonstrably better, faster. And this isn't lip service. Here's one of our peer-reviewed studies showing just that.

Quarterly Data Update! Discover the latest insights on youth mental health now available on the Youth Mental Health Data Hub. How can the Data Dashboard support you? ✔️ Gain a deeper understanding of the diverse experiences of youth and the factors influencing their mental health. ✔️ Explore emerging trends in how young people access support and use these insights to better align your services with their needs. Start exploring the Hub today and be part of building a brighter, healthier future for young Canadians: 🔗 https://bit.ly/47j01XG

In today’s fast-paced digital world, young people face unprecedented mental health challenges. It was a privilege to share my perspective at the Times Now Network panel discussion on Youth Mental Health, exploring how the pressures of perfection and constant connectivity are shaping the next generation’s emotional well-being. Marengo Asia Hospitals

While most health apps experience a user retention rate of around 3-4% after 30 days, Tellmi has identified several key factors that contribute to higher retention rates. Our data indicates that users aged 11-14 and those who make a post within the first hour of using the app are more likely to continue engaging with it. In fact, 46% of our users remain active for a year or more. Tellmi is committed to creating a safe and supportive environment for young people, providing mental wellbeing support whenever and for as long as it is needed. Our platform is built on the understanding that consistent and accessible support is crucial for individuals aged 11 and above. These insights are essential for us to provide a meaningful and lasting resource for young people's mental health journeys. 💻 Interested in bringing Tellmi's services to your community? Visit our website to learn more! https://lnkd.in/eHqB-pbq

Excited to share our latest publication in Nature Mental Health - https://rdcu.be/eLSFw Involving public and patients (PPIE) has become a cornerstone of mental health research. However, we need to critically consider how PPIE is used and we need to ensure indivudals involvement is based on solid theoretical and scientific practices

Mental health support for young people in West London has expanded. A new initiative linking CAMHS and NHS Talking Therapies means 16–17-year-olds can now be referred directly by their GP, improving access to early, evidence-based support during a crucial stage of life. Learn more about how this change is helping young people transition smoothly into adult services by clicking the link in the comments.

Youth mental health is in crisis, and six former U.S. surgeons general say social media is the leading cause of the problem. During our youth mental health symposium with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), the panel called out social media’s negative effects—things like cyberbullying, loneliness, body image issues, and anxiety—on young people’s well-being. They suggested increasing safety measures across platforms to help reverse the trend. https://bit.ly/47m81bt