Mental illness among young adults in primary care and community context

Abstract

Nurses are important in primary care and community contexts to apply actions and interventions to the needs and interests of young adults. This chapter aims to explore health-promotive actions for young adults with mental illness and move nursing theories into the context. The journey of recovery from substance use disorder is a complex and multifaceted process, particularly poignant in the lives of young adults. This developmental period is marked by identity formation, exploration, and navigating societal expectations. Recognizing and understanding the dynamic nature of recovery, the pivotal role of social support, and the inherent resilience of this population provides a foundation for developing targeted interventions. Another aspect is to enrich the development of skills for nurses by the use of more knowledge of nursing theories. Primary prevention efforts should be tailored to meet the needs of both nurses and young adults. These thoughts are both challenging and create new possibilities. Furthermore, nurses need more knowledge, which will give them the opportunity to make a difference.