Understanding and Navigating Mental Health Resources in the Community through a Case Study
https://doi.org/10.33591/sfp.46.6.up1
- Author:
Wai Yee Rose Fok
;
Farhad Vasanwala
;
Sher Guan Luke Low
- Publication Type:Journal Article
- Keywords:
Community mental health, primary care physicians, general practitioners;
multidisciplinary care, agency for integrated care, community resources
- From:The Singapore Family Physician
2020;46(6):34-39
- CountrySingapore
- Language:English
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Abstract:
This article shows how Primary Care Physicians can manage stable chronic schizophrenia with complex psycho-social issues in the community. This is made possible through improved access to mental healthcare services. The case study highlights the utilisation of the Mental Health-GP Partnership Programme and Community Mental Health Team to facilitate a smooth transition and maintenance of mental well-being in the community. Resources like Aged Psychiatry Community Assessment and Treatment Service, Assessment and Shared Care Teams, Community Intervention Teams are discussed as well as future directions to strengthen care in the community.
