The Help-Seeking Experiences of Family and Friends Who Support Young People With Mental Health Issues: A Qualitative Study.

Little has been documented of the journey that family and friends (F&F) undertake when supporting a young person aged 12-25 years struggling with mental illness. The experiences of family and friends were explored using an online qualitative survey ( = 58) and semi-structured interviews ( = 15). Recruitment was through a national youth mental health service Facebook page and website.