Young people in Devon have said that mental health is a top issue for them. NHS Devon want to understand this better so that resources can be allocated in the most appropriate way. They’ve enlisted the help of Devon Youth Council as part of their review of mental health support in schools.
They’ve created a survey for anyone of secondary school or college age (11 to 18 years old) to share how well they think that their schools and colleges are doing at understanding and supporting the mental and emotional health of their pupils. Even if you’re currently not attending school/college or are now being educated at home, they would still like to hear about your previous school experience.
This survey is anonymous, and the results will be shared with those who make decisions about mental health services across Devon. The deadline for completion is Monday 30 September, but we would encourage as many responses in July as possible. This will help form a strong foundation for a Youth Voice event later this year on Mental Health in Devon.