biostudies-literatureUnknown6(1)Boullier IVThis review examines barriers and facilitators to implementing infection prevention and control (IPC) practices in behavioral health settings. Among 63 studies identified, environmental design, staffing/training limitations, patient behaviors, and therapeutic conflicts were common barriers. Facilitators included targeted training, collaboration, and adaptable IPC policies, underscoring the need for tailored interventions.Antimicrobial stewardship & healthcare epidemiology : ASHEe36https://www.ebi.ac.uk/biostudies/studies/S-EPMC12854875biostudies-literatureEnhancing infection prevention and control in behavioral health settings: barriers, facilitators, and tailored strategies.PMC12854875Gibas KMBoullier IVfalseEnhancing infection prevention and control in behavioral health settings: barriers, facilitators, and tailored strategies.This review examines barriers and facilitators to implementing infection prevention and control (IPC) practices in behavioral health settings. Among 63 studies identified, environmental design, staffing/training limitations, patient behaviors, and therapeutic conflicts were common barriers. Facilitators included targeted training, collaboration, and adaptable IPC policies, underscoring the need for tailored interventions.2026-01-01T00:00:00Z20262026-06-18T05:45:16.655Z2026-06-18T03:07:47.782ZS-EPMC128548754162513110.1017/ash.2025.10290