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A potential model for primary care mental health services in Ireland

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  13 June 2014

Joanne Kierans  and
Michael Byrne
Joanne Kierans
Affiliation:
Roscommon PCCC, HSE
Michael Byrne*
Affiliation:
Roscommon PCCC, HSE, Ireland
*
*Correspondence E-mail: michaelj.byrne@hse.ie
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Abstract

Objectives:

A high demand for the inclusion of psychosocial interventions for primary care mental health presentations has become more apparent in recent years. Current policies have proposed models of care highlighting principles required for a quality service. However, implementation has been slow to date. This article aims to inform the current debate relating to primary care service delivery models for mental health presentations and to contribute towards future planning initiatives.

Method:

A narrative review of a range of policies and selected articles relevant to primary care mental health in an Irish context.

Results:

The search produced four distinct themes: current service provision in Ireland; stakeholders' views; psychological care options; and potential service structures. Thereafter, a potential service delivery model is proposed. This formulated model employs a combination of elements from the reviewed themes to provide a clinically- and cost-effective, equitable and accessible service driven by service user and carer input.

Conclusions:

Although this review was selective in nature, the proposed potential model can complement future research agendas for more favourable primary care practice in Ireland. Recommendations are made for the planning of services including policy implementation procedures, training and communication.

Keywords

Primary careService delivery modelMental health presentationsStepped care
Type
Perspective
Information
Irish Journal of Psychological Medicine , Volume 27 , Issue 3 , September 2010 , pp. 152 - 156
Copyright
Copyright © Cambridge University Press 2010

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