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The process of supporting careers for young adults with mental health problems : Case study of a supported education program

Liljeholm, Ulrika LU orcid ; Hillborg, Helene ; Argentzell, Elisabeth LU ; Lövgren, Veronika ; Rosenberg, David and Bejerholm, Ulrika LU (2023) In Journal of Psychosocial Rehabilitation and Mental Health
Abstract
Mental health problems often appear at a young age. As the labour market places higher demands for education and competence, mental health services are focusing on young adults’ support needs for school and career opportunities. This study is a single case of an integrated supported education and employment unit in Sweden over an 18-month period. Multiple data sources illustrate the process of supporting careers and transition to school and work for young service users. This is a promising example of how careers can be supported through a flexible service that provides support for successful individual education and work trajectories among the youth. The service allowed for evolution of an identity process towards recovery through student... (More)
Mental health problems often appear at a young age. As the labour market places higher demands for education and competence, mental health services are focusing on young adults’ support needs for school and career opportunities. This study is a single case of an integrated supported education and employment unit in Sweden over an 18-month period. Multiple data sources illustrate the process of supporting careers and transition to school and work for young service users. This is a promising example of how careers can be supported through a flexible service that provides support for successful individual education and work trajectories among the youth. The service allowed for evolution of an identity process towards recovery through student and work roles. (Less)
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Career advancement Implementation Person-centred Recovery-oriented Rehabilitation
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Journal of Psychosocial Rehabilitation and Mental Health
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2198-9834
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10.1007/s40737-023-00330-x
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