Sociodemographic profile and 12-month outcomes following treatment by an acute community mental health crisis team

Das PP et al. · Acute Community Mental Health Care Team

Retrospective cohort design · 12-month outcome · Community mental health

ABSTRACT

Retrospective cohort examining sociodemographic profile at presentation and 12-month outcomes following treatment by an acute community mental health care team. Explored the interface between primary and community mental health in early crisis identification and management.

Retrospective cohort · 12-month outcomes · Crisis team

KEY FINDINGS

• Continuous and collaborative care between primary and community mental health may improve early crisis identification in a subgroup of patients

• A diverse range of clinical skills is essential for clinicians working in contemporary crisis intervention services

• Supports integrated models bridging primary and specialist mental health