The mental health and wellbeing of adolescents on remand in Australia

To compare the nature & prevalence of mental health problems, prevalence of suicidal ideation & behaviour, & health-related quality of life of 13-17-year-olds..

Authors:
Sawyer MG, Guidolin M, Schulz KL, McGinnes B, Zubrick SR, Baghurst PA.

Authors notes:
Aust N Z J Psychiatry. 2010 Jun;44(6):551-9.

Keywords:
mental health, wellbeing, adolescents, remand, Australia

Abstract:
To compare the nature and prevalence of mental health problems, prevalence of suicidal ideation and behaviour, and health-related quality of life of 13-17-year-olds on remand with that of 13-17-year-olds in the general community.