Experience of adolescents in mental health inpatient units: A metasynthesis of qualitative evidence

Abstract

What is known on the subject?• Inpatient treatment is often necessary due to the vulnerability of adolescents' mental health, and hospitalization rates are increasing.• There are both positive and negative experiences related to adolescent inpatient treatment. What does this paper add to existing knowledge?• Inpatient ward environment and interactions with staff and peers are critical in adolescents' nursing care while undergoing inpatient treatment.• Adolescents want their voice to be reflected in the treatment process, including within the discharge plan. What are the implications for practice?• Mental health nurses should establish a therapeutic milieu for adolescents to feel stable and safe so that inpatient treatment can become a positive experience.• Mental health nurses should apply a person-centred approach to adolescents so that adolescents can participate in decision-making during the inpatient treatment process.

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