Heterogeneity of quality of life in young people attending primary mental health services.
Susan M CottonMatthew P HamiltonKate M FiliaJana M MenssinkLidia EngelCathrine MihalopoulosDebra RickwoodSarah E HetrickAlexandra G ParkerHelen HerrmanNic TelfordIan HickiePatrick D McGorryCaroline X GaoPublished in: Epidemiology and psychiatric sciences (2022)
Adding multi-attribute utility instruments such as the AQoL-6D to routine data collection in mental health services might generate insights into the care needs of young people beyond reducing psychological distress and promoting symptom recovery. In young people with impairments across all QoL dimensions, the need for a holistic and personalised approach to treatment and recovery is heightened.