Barriers and enablers to implementing police mental health co-responder programs: A qualitative study using the consolidated framework for implementation research.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Police and mental health co-responder programs operate internationally and can be effective in providing timely and appropriate assessment, brief intervention, and referral services for people experiencing mental health crises. However, these models vary greatly, and little is known about how the design and implementation of these programs impacts their effectiveness.

Method

This study was a qualitative, post hoc implementation determinant evaluation of mental health co-responder units in Brisbane, Australia, comprising of verbal or written interviews with police and mental health staff with an on-road role in the co-responder units, and their managers. The Consolidated Framework for Implementation Research was used to identify barriers and enablers to the program

SUBMITTER: Fisher OJ 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10775732 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Jan-Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature