This guidance is primarily aimed at policy makers and managers responsible for designing and managing health and wellbeing services for children and adolescents, and health and non-health care providers.

Evidence-based recommendations on parenting interventions for parents and caregivers of children aged 0–17 years that are designed to reduce child maltreatment and harsh parenting, enhance the parent–child relationship, and prevent poor mental health among parents and emotional and behavioural problems among children

Evidence-based recommendations on parenting interventions for parents and caregivers of children aged 0–17 years that are designed to reduce child maltreatment and harsh parenting, enhance the parent–child relationship, and prevent poor mental health among parents and emotional and behavioural problems among children

A conceptual framework that provides a unified vision of multi-sectoral support for parents and parenting in the early years (from pregnancy to 8 years of a child’s age). It aims to bring together different stakeholders and sectors to accelerate results for young children and their families through a system-strengthening approach, and by leveraging social and behavioural change guidance and strategies. 

Examines how digital environments influence youth mental health, including both risks and opportunities. It synthesises emerging evidence and provides policy recommendations to promote safer, healthier digital experiences for young people.

Detailed guidance on the principles, strategies, and practical steps needed to support adolescent participation across sectors and contexts. Grounded in a rights-based approach aligned with the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child, it defines participation as adolescents’ ability to form, express, and influence decisions on issues affecting them . The guidelines outline key concepts such as inclusive and equitable participation, the importance of “space, voice, audience and influence” (illustrated in the framework on page 12), and different modes of engagement ranging from consultative to adolescent-led processes. It also presents a systems-oriented approach, including policy advocacy, capacity-building, and the creation of sustainable platforms for engagement, supported by tools for monitoring, evaluation, and implementation across sectors like health, education, and child protection.

A structured and evidence-informed approach to reducing stigma and discrimination associated with mental health conditions. It is grounded in three core principles—leadership by people with lived experience, social contact, and inclusive collaboration—and translates these into a practical four-step process for designing, implementing, and scaling anti-stigma interventions. The toolkit combines conceptual guidance with actionable steps and real-world case studies, enabling adaptation across different policy, service, and community contexts. It also highlights the systemic nature of stigma, including its impact on access to care, social inclusion, and life opportunities, and emphasises the role of coordinated, multisectoral action in addressing these challenge

Synthesises evidence across the European Union on how children engage with digital technologies, including patterns of access, use, benefits, and risks. It examines key issues such as digital inequalities, online safety, and the impact of digital environments on children’s development and well-being, including mental health. The brief highlights how social, economic, and structural factors shape children’s digital experiences and identifies key areas where policy action is needed to ensure that digital technologies support, rather than undermine, children’s rights and well-being.

Synthesises international evidence on effective public health approaches to mental health promotion and prevention. The report highlights cost-effective interventions, policy levers, and implementation strategies, supporting governments in scaling up initiatives that improve population mental health and reduce long-term system burdens.