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Narrative Matters: Improving young people's mental health through neighbourhood initiatives – the role of ‘collective local intelligence’ in Manchester

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: BACKGROUND: Young persons' well-being is the key priority for this case study on the inner-city neighbourhoods of Manchester, and the challenges of coordination and synergy between the many organizations involved. METHODS: The 'Local-wise' project draws from insights on 'collective local intelligence', and the methods of the 'Pathways toolkit' which can explore and work with stakeholders on ways forward. RESULTS: The findings point towards positive linkages between pro-active neighbourhood initiatives, and the young person's mental health/well being. CONCLUSIONS: There is huge potential for upstream preventive work, where ideally the local neighbourhood is a place of belonging, identity and livelihood, as a counter to the pressures of globalization, precarity and social media.

Source: Child and Adolescent Mental Health

DOI: 10.1111/camh.12766

Author: Joe Ravetz

Institution: University of Manchester

Language: English

Topic: Community Health and Development

Subfield: General Health Professions

Field: Health Professions

Domain: Health Sciences

SDGs: Good health and well-being, Sustainable cities and communities

Open Access status: hybrid

Estimated APC paid: $3,520