Large research scoping study leaves no doubt about the benefits of peer support in supporting the recovery of young people suffering from mental health conditions.

Abstract: Peer support has increasingly been integrated into youth mental health programs globally. Peer support workers are an important ally in an individual’s recovery journey, providing both emotional and instrumental support and advocacy through their lived experiences.

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By Dan Devoe, Aliya Jomha, Connor Campbell, Julia Hews-Girard, Alida Anderson, Aisouda Savadlou, Marina Jarenova, Amlish Munir, Ana Ramirez Pineda, Scott Patten, Jai Shah, Srividya Iyer, and Gina Dimitropoulos
Published in Mount Royal University Department of Psychology, University of Calgary Faculty of Social Work, Mathison Centre for Mental Health Research & Education, University of Calgary Department of Community Health Sciences, McGill University Department of Psychiatry
01/12/2024