Educating Adolescents about Assessing Mental Health During Well Care Visits Open Access
Magerl, Kadian K. (Fall 2024)
Abstract
Growing rates of mental illness among the pediatric population have led to increased morbidity and mortality, with suicide being the second leading cause of death among children aged 10-14. The shortage of pediatric mental health (MH) providers in the United States persists. Barriers to MH care, including limited access to resources and stigma, perpetuate the crisis. Therefore, pediatric primary care providers must seize every opportunity to bridge this gap.
The project aims to create an age-appropriate virtual educational program to educate adolescents aged 12-18 on MH assessment tools like the PHQ-9, commonly used during well-child visits. The Pender's Health Promotion Model will guide the project. By utilizing evidence-based practices and engaging key stakeholders, the program bridges MH gaps by educating and empowering adolescents to understand their mental well-being and proactively engage in their care.
Table of Contents
1. Abstract
o Overview of the project and its significance in pediatric mental health.
2. Keywords
o Key terms relevant to the publication.
3. Introduction
o Context of the pediatric mental health crisis.
o Importance of addressing mental health in primary care settings.
o Purpose of the DNP project.
4. Background and Significance
o Impact of mental health disorders on children.
o Economic implications and current initiatives for pediatric mental health.
o Disparities in access to mental health resources among different populations.
5. Clinical Questions
o Formulation of key questions guiding the research.
6. Project Aim
o Description of the project's primary objective.
7. Project Objectives
o Specific goals to achieve by the end of the project.
8. Assumptions and Limitations
o Potential challenges and constraints faced during the project implementation.
9. Theoretical Framework
o Introduction to Pender's Health Promotion Model and its relevance to the project.
10. Synthesis of Literature
o 10.1 Pediatric Mental Health Screening
o 10.2 Mental Health Education
o 10.3 Pediatric Mental Health Resources
o Summary of current literature supporting the project.
11. Setting
o Overview of the population, sample, and digital platform utilized.
12. Inclusion/Exclusion Criteria
o Criteria for selecting relevant material for the educational program.
13. Methods
o Description of methodology for developing the educational program.
14. Resources
o List of resources and tools used in the project development.
15. Identification of Stakeholders and Site Support
o Key stakeholders engaged in the project.
16. Protection of Human Rights
o Ethical considerations
17. Plan for Dissemination to Key Stakeholders
o Strategy for sharing the educational program with stakeholders.
18. Timetable
19. References
o Listing of all references cited throughout the publication.
20. Appendices
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