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| Link to file | Overview of the document |
| Boys and young men’s mental health consultation (All boys school consultation 2024) | A consultation on boys and young men’s mental health was conducted in an all-boys school, involving 59 participants aged 13-15. The boys shared their perceptions, the factors affecting their mental health, and their coping mechanisms. They also provided suggestions for improving mental health support. The boys’ understanding of mental health varied, with many associating it with changes in behaviour, physical health, and emotional wellbeing. Some admitted to knowing very little about it, while others recognised its importance to overall wellbeing. Stress, relationships, family issues, and significant life events were frequently mentioned as factors that could impact their mental health. Other influences included bullying, social media, and substance addiction. Common strategies for managing mental health included talking to someone, engaging in hobbies, playing sports, and socialising. Listening to music and sleeping were also popular methods. When feeling down, many boys preferred to talk to someone, isolate themselves, or engage in activities they enjoy. Playing video games and listening to music were also common responses. Most boys felt uncomfortable sharing their emotions due to stigma, fear of being made fun of, and societal expectations of men needing to be strong. Some noted that comfort levels varied depending on the person. Support from family and friends was crucial for many boys, although some felt unsupported or unsure where to seek help. School resources and emotional intelligence upbringing were also mentioned. A significant number of boys acknowledged the stigma surrounding boys and young men’s mental health. The boys suggested various improvements, including changing exam approaches, normalising discussions about mental health, organising more talks and events, and increasing the visibility of mental health resources.     |
| Digital CYP Review Findings Report (2022) and Digital CYP Review Findings Report – Focus Groups (2022) | The Children and Young People’s (CYP) Mental Health Digital Review 2022, was developed by MIND Hull and East Yorkshire and partners. The review aimed to gather information from children, young people, parents, and carers regarding their needs and barriers to accessing digital mental health support. Just under half (41%) of young people reported having used digital mental health support and young people showed a preference for platforms like Snapchat, Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, YouTube, text messages, websites, and apps. The main benefits identified were the ability to access support wherever they were, quick access without waiting, not needing to travel, availability 24/7 and on weekends, and anonymity. The focus groups document reports on findings from a series of focus groups relating to the 2022 Children and Young People’s (CYP) Mental Health Digital Review. Key themes from focus groups included: Flexibility: Respondents wanted different options for support, including online counsellors, forums, and crisis support available around the clock. Consistency: The importance of consistent support from the same counsellor was highlighted. Accessibility: A need for simple, easy-to-navigate digital platforms was emphasised. Testimonials: Young people valued hearing about others’ experiences with services. Promotion: Effective promotion of services was seen as crucial. |
| East Riding Safeguarding Children Partnership Partner and Relevant Agency Meeting (PRAM) | The document outlines the activities and priorities of the East Riding Youth Council and the involvement of young people in various initiatives, including safeguarding efforts, mental health, and climate change. Youth Council Activities: Young people from East Riding and neighbouring areas meet every three months to discuss youth voice and influence work, coordinating with local leaders and Members of Youth Parliament. The UK Youth Parliament allows young people to represent their constituencies, focusing on the top two elected Make Your Mark priorities and their individual manifestos, including participation in national and regional activities. Key priorities include mental health, LGBTQ+ issues, domestic abuse, violence against women and girls, anti-bullying strategies, climate change, and app development. Make Your Mark results show Health & Wellbeing as the top priority both locally and nationally, followed by Crime & Safety, Culture, Media & Sport, and Jobs, Economy & Benefits.  |
| East Riding Youth Council and Young Healthy Minds website consultation | The East Riding Youth Council and Young Healthy Minds website consultation suggests adding an interactive “how are you feeling” meter with coping strategies like colouring sheets and breathing techniques. The content should be more engaging with podcasts, games, music playlists, and quizzes. The website needs more colour and should have separate pages for topics such as bullying and substance misuse. |
| Humber Youth Action Group (HYAG) | CORE CAMHS – Clear Project: The ICB tasked the Trust to participate in a 26-week pilot program for CORE CAMHS, involving 15 young people who shared their experiences and provided 11 recommendations. An expert by experience was appointed to help embed these recommendations. New Children’s and Adult Learning Disability Website: Six focus groups across Hull and East Riding contributed to the development of a new website. Three young people were paid “experts by experiences” throughout the project, and staff were also invited to share their ideas. Humber Youth Social Media and Resources: HYAG members expressed a desire for a youth-led approach to the Humber Youth Instagram and will have “takeover weeks” starting September 2024. They also co-produced inclusive resources to help young people recognise unhealthy relationships, which were shared in the community. The separate attachments contained within the document can be accessed here: Attachment 1, Attachment 2, Attachment 3 |
| Survey Results for a LOG ON MOVE ON App | The survey results indicate that over half of young people were not offered apprenticeships as an alternative to A-levels in year 11, and many felt uninformed about apprenticeship and alternative career routes. Additionally, the majority did not know where to find local apprenticeship options, and did not see apprenticeships as an equal alternative to university. About a third agreed that education providers could do more to promote alternatives to formal education, and felt an app for local job opportunities would be beneficial. From the organisations’ perspective, three-quarters felt their apprenticeships did not reach the intended audience, and half believed an app could benefit their business. |