What is the effectiveness of interventions to support the mental and emotional health and wellbeing of young people who are not in education, employment or training (NEET)? A Rapid Review

Background / Aim of Rapid Review

Mental health problems among young people have continued to rise over the last decade. Emotional and mental wellbeing of children and young people is a key strategic priority for Welsh Government and local Health Boards. The Welsh Government have made several commitments to support children and young people’s mental health through initiatives such as the ‘whole school approach to emotional and mental wellbeing’. There are also support services available in higher education and in many workplace environments. However, while approaches to maintain or enhance mental health and wellbeing within these settings are extremely valuable, it is important to understand what alternative community-based supportive measures or interventions are effective for young people who may not be able to access these services. It is estimated that 13.4% of all young people (aged 16-24) are considered NEET across the UK. Young people who are NEET have also been found to have a higher incidence of mental health problems than young people who are not NEET. As such, the aim of this rapid review is to identify the effectiveness of interventions to support mental and emotional health and wellbeing in young people who are NEET.

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