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Redefining the targets for mental illness
Nursing Standard (Royal College of Nursing (Great Britain) : 1987)
|August 5, 1995
Summary
Government mental health targets were poorly defined, requiring increased funding for neglected primary care services. This review examines initiatives aimed at meeting national health goals.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Mental Healthcare Policy
Background:
- The Health of the Nation White Paper set national targets for mental health services.
- Initiatives have been developed to address these government-mandated mental health objectives.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review mental health service initiatives in relation to government targets.
- To critically evaluate the definition and achievability of mental health targets.
Main Methods:
- Review of government policy documents and mental health service initiatives.
- Analysis of the scope and definition of national mental health targets.
Main Results:
- Mental health targets in the White Paper were found to be inadequately defined.
- Significant underfunding exists for primary care mental health services.
- Current initiatives may not effectively meet the stated national health goals.
Conclusions:
- Increased funding is crucial for addressing neglected primary care mental health issues.
- A re-evaluation of mental health target definitions is necessary for effective policy.