Craig Thompson

The Transition to Mental Health Services From the Perspectives of Neurodivergent Young People, Caregivers and Mental Health Professionals: A Constructivist Grounded Theory Approach

Abstract Purpose The prevalence of mental health conditions is increasing globally, with mental health difficulties the leading cause of disability for young people aged 12 to 25 years. Neurodivergent young people are up to three times more likely to develop a co-occurring mental...

Co-designing the ConnectUp online platform to facilitate social connection, physical health and mental wellbeing in people with disabilities and carers

Introduction A mobile application and online platform ConnectUp supports people with disabilities (PwD) and carers to socially connect for physical activity. The platform will be optimised, implemented and evaluated between 2025 and 2027 aiming to integrate social connection, phy...