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5.2 Theme 2: Information <strong>and</strong> Communication<br />

Providing information regarding access <strong>and</strong> availability <strong>of</strong> services were recommendations made in both the McCartan report <strong>and</strong><br />

the Bamford <strong>Review</strong>. This theme examined whether up-to-date information, in a range <strong>of</strong> formats, about mental health <strong>and</strong><br />

psychological wellbeing, is available locally. In addition, information regarding conditions <strong>and</strong> diagnosis to assist young people<br />

<strong>and</strong> their families underst<strong>and</strong> the nature <strong>of</strong> mental health problems was also included in the assessment.<br />

Criterion 1.2.1 - An information strategy is in place that targets those with mental health issues <strong>and</strong> their families<br />

(McCartan Report)<br />

None <strong>of</strong> the trusts had a specific information strategy in place. However, all trusts recognised the need to keep young people <strong>and</strong><br />

their families informed about the range <strong>and</strong> availability <strong>of</strong> services. The provision <strong>of</strong> information on mental health, aimed<br />

specifically at young people <strong>and</strong> their families, was regarded as important component <strong>of</strong> an information strategy, which will target<br />

those who would not ordinarily access such services.<br />

All trusts provided a range <strong>of</strong> information about services via leaflets <strong>and</strong> "Mind your Head" self-help information on trust websites.<br />

Criterion 1.2.2 - Information for users, carers <strong>and</strong> others explaining the range <strong>and</strong> scope <strong>of</strong> CAMHS is required<br />

This criterion addressed how useful <strong>and</strong> relevant young people <strong>and</strong> their parents found the information to be. The review team<br />

considered that the best way to validate the trusts' performance was to obtain feedback from young people <strong>and</strong> their parents.<br />

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