A needs assessment for self-management services for adults awaiting community-based mental health services.

ABSTRACT:

Background

High demand for services has resulted in lengthy waiting times being experienced across mental health services, both across Australia and internationally. Timely access to services is necessary to optimise the effectiveness of treatment, and prevent further mental health decline, risk of suicidality and hospitalisation for clients waiting for services to commence. The present study aims to better understand the experiences of individuals who are waiting for ongoing mental health services to commence and their preferences for additional support whilst on the waitlist, as a means to recommend alternative supports.

Methods

A link to the cross-sectional, anonymous survey was sent via text message to 2,147 clients of a mental health service, with a reminder text messag

SUBMITTER: Jennings C 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10041506 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature