Towards integrated mental health services in low-income and middle-income countries: organisation of primary healthcare providers - a scoping review protocol.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Mental health conditions constitute a significant percentage of the global burden of disease. A shortfall of mental health specialists and a lack of integration of services in primary care in low-income and middle-income countries (LMICs) contribute towards a mental health treatment gap in excess of 70%. Organising and equipping non-specialist healthcare workers is, therefore, an important strategy for improving access to mental health services in LMICs. This scoping review aims to map literature that addresses the organisation of and support provided to health teams in primary care settings within the context of integrated mental healthcare and as it relates to detection, treatment and referral of mental health conditions. The review will be guided by the 'Innovative

SUBMITTER: Ward K 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10882400 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature