The hidden toll of waiting: new study tracks families stuck on mental health waitlists
NCT ID NCT07553104
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study follows 200 families in Denmark who are waiting for an assessment at Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS). Researchers will track changes in children's mental health and parental stress over one year using questionnaires and interviews. The goal is to understand how waiting affects well-being and what factors influence outcomes.
What this could mean
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What this could lead to
If this study succeeds, it could help improve how mental health services manage waiting lists to reduce stress for children and parents.
What could go wrong
This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It only measures experiences, so it won't directly improve care. Results may not apply outside Denmark.
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Research Unit for Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, AalborgUH
Aalborg, 9000, Denmark