Care and management of adolescents with mental health problems and disorders

Adolescents with mental health problems or disorders are a vulnerable group who do not always receive optimal care. This article examines the nurse's role in interacting with young people with mental health problems and disorders. It takes a broad look at young people, their development, mental health and wellbeing, and explores how nurses, working in a variety of settings, can use verbal and non-verbal communication to help improve the care given to these patients.