Anxiety and depression among children and young people involved in family justice court proceedings: longitudinal national data linkage study.
Lucy Jane GriffithsJoanna McgregorTheodora PouliouRhodri D JohnsonKaren BroadhurstLinda CusworthLaura NorthDavid V FordAnn JohnPublished in: BJPsych open (2022)
Findings highlight the vulnerability of CYP involved in family court proceedings and increased risk of depression and anxiety. Schools, health professionals, social and family support workers have a role to play in identifying needs and ensuring CYP receive appropriate support before, during and after proceedings.