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  • Title: Experiences of peer support for children and adolescents whose parents and siblings have mental illness.
    Author: Foster K, Lewis P, McCloughen A.
    Journal: J Child Adolesc Psychiatr Nurs; 2014 May; 27(2):61-7. PubMed ID: 24650254.
    Abstract:
    PROBLEM: There is minimal published literature on experiences of peer support programs for children/adolescents in families affected by mental illness. This study aimed to explore children's and adolescents' perspectives of the ON FIRE peer support program. METHODS: An exploratory qualitative study with 14 children/adolescents 9-17 years of age who participated in semi-structured interviews. Thematic analysis resulted in three themes of experience. FINDINGS: Participants made connections with others in the program, developed personal strengths, and learned how to contribute to others' well-being. CONCLUSION: Participants derived substantial personal benefit from peer support. Use of social media and the Internet may facilitate future program delivery.
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