Model for the integration of community psychiatry and primary care

J R Coll Gen Pract. 1986 Feb;36(283):62-6.

Abstract

The work of a community-based psychiatric service in south-east London is described. In the period from 1979 to 1982 1533 clients were seen. A large number of severely disturbed clients were managed at home with the help of family members and local services.

MeSH terms

  • Adolescent
  • Adult
  • Community Mental Health Services / organization & administration*
  • Crisis Intervention
  • Humans
  • London
  • Mental Disorders / therapy*
  • Middle Aged
  • Outpatient Clinics, Hospital
  • Primary Health Care / organization & administration*