Young people’s sense of agency and responsibility towards promoting mental health in Brazil: a reflexive thematic analysis
Objectives This study investigated how Brazilian young people perceive their role in promoting and supporting their peer community’s mental health and well-being, and the conditions and contexts influencing their engagement. Design Co-produced qualitative study using in-depth interviews and focus groups with adolescents. The sessions were audio-recorded, transcribed and anonymised. Data were analysed using reflexive thematic analysis. Setting Data collection took place remotely across Brazil via audio or video calls conducted by a youth collaborator and a senior researcher. Participants 46 Brazilian adolescents aged between 15 and 18 years old, recruited primarily via social media. Results Our analysis generated four overarching themes: (1) young people’s sense of responsibility and motivation—many participants felt committed to promoting the mental health and well-being of their friends and community, while also critically emphasising responsibilities of and partnerships with adult st
