import React, { useState } from 'react';
import { Home, Info, BookOpen, Shield, MessageCircle, HelpCircle } from 'lucide-react';
// Sections as components
const Introduction = () => (
);
const Transition = () => (
);
const Rights = () => (
);
const Communication = () => (
);
const FAQs = () => {
const [activeQuestion, setActiveQuestion] = useState(null);
const questions = [
{
q: "What happens at 18?",
a: "Your care moves to AMHS. Your CAMHS team will plan the transition with you, which may include meetings with your new AMHS team and a personalized transition plan."
},
{
q: "Will I keep my current care team?",
a: "Usually, your care team changes. However, CAMHS will share your information with AMHS to ensure continuity of care."
},
{
q: "What if I'm not ready?",
a: "Talk to your CAMHS team about your concerns. Some areas have 'bridging services' to support you during the handover."
},
{
q: "What if I need help between appointments?",
a: "Ask AMHS for crisis support and emergency contact information."
}
];
return (
)}
))}
);
};
// Main App Component
const CAMHStoAMHSApp = () => {
const [currentSection, setCurrentSection] = useState('introduction');
const sections = {
introduction: { component: , icon: },
transition: { component: , icon: },
rights: { component: , icon: },
communication: { component: , icon: },
faqs: { component: , icon: }
};
return (
What is CAMHS?
CAMHS (Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services) supports young people under 18 with mental health issues. They offer therapy, specialist support, and family guidance. At 18, CAMHS transitions you to AMHS (Adult Mental Health Services) to ensure continued support.
What is AMHS?
AMHS, or Adult Mental Health Services, supports adults 18+ with mental health conditions like anxiety and depression. It offers therapies, specialist teams, and community support to help you manage your mental health and live independently.
Key Differences
- CAMHS involves family and focuses on young life challenges
- AMHS encourages self-management and focuses on adult life transitions
- CAMHS has more frequent sessions; AMHS may have less frequent but more independent support
What to Expect During Transition
Preparing for the Shift
- Start talking to your CAMHS team early about the transition
- Get to know AMHS and ask questions
- Create a transition plan with your CAMHS team
- Keep track of important medical information
- Involve trusted people for support
- Practice self-care during this potentially stressful time
Typical Changes
- More independence in AMHS
- Less frequent, more flexible appointments
- More complex service navigation
- Focus shifts to adult life challenges
- More control over your care
Your Rights and Choices
Consent and Confidentiality
At 18, you gain full control over your treatment decisions. Your care becomes more private, with information only shared with your explicit permission.
Your Key Rights
- Ask questions about your care
- Be heard and understood
- Access your medical records
- Make complaints if needed
- Request a care coordinator
- Know emergency support options
Making Informed Choices
- Take time to understand treatment options
- Explore multiple treatment choices
- Trust your instincts
- Bring support to appointments
- You can always say no to treatment
Communicating with Your Care Team
Expressing Your Needs
- Be open about your feelings
- Write down thoughts beforehand if verbal communication is difficult
- Use "I" statements to focus on your experience
- Ask for clarification
- Consider bringing a trusted person to appointments
Building Strong Relationships
- Be open and honest
- Ask questions about your team's role
- Set clear expectations
- Be patient in relationship building
- Stay engaged and provide feedback
Frequently Asked Questions
{questions.map((item, index) => ( setActiveQuestion(activeQuestion === index ? null : index)}
className="p-4 bg-blue-50 cursor-pointer flex justify-between items-center"
>
{activeQuestion === index && (
{item.q}
{activeQuestion === index ? '−' : '+'}{item.a}
{/* Sidebar Navigation */}
);
};
export default CAMHStoAMHSApp;
{Object.entries(sections).map(([key, value]) => (
))}
{/* Main Content Area */}
{sections[currentSection].component}
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