Reported variability/gaps in HCP knowledge
| Variability/gaps in HCP knowledge in treating CYP | Reported by | References | Quality rating of references |
| General practitioners | |||
| Mental health: presentation of different conditions; enabling CYP to share their concerns; knowledge of available treatment options and CAMHS services; managing potential risks of approaching sensitive topics in front of family members. | CYP HCPs Caregivers | 49 51 68–70 74 | 3 high, 1 medium, 2 low |
| Allergy management and referrals to secondary care. | Caregivers | 66 | 1 medium |
| The needs of primary-aged gender-diverse children and support services available. | Caregivers | 43 | 1 medium |
| Identifying and managing juvenile arthritis. | HCP | 59 | 1 high |
| ADHD aetiology, identification, diagnosis, referral processes, services available. | HCP CYP Caregivers | 42 | 1 medium |
| The experiences and needs of families from ethnic minority groups. | Caregivers CYP | 39 48 | 1 high, 1 medium |
| How to sensitively and effectively address childhood obesity, particularly when caregivers have struggled with their own weight. | Caregivers | 44 | 1 low |
| Dentistry | |||
| Managing children with learning difficulties. | HCP | 96 | 1 low |
| Health visiting teams | |||
| Oral health promotion, culturally specific oral health guidance, knowledge of local dentistry services. | HCP | 36 67 | 2 high |
| Culturally specific advice concerning feeding practices. | Caregivers HCP | 47 | 1 high |
| How to address childhood obesity. | HCPs | 73 | 1 low |
ADHD, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder; CAMHS, Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services; CYP, children and young people; HCP, healthcare professionals.