Impact of changes in community psychiatric service provision on mental health presentations to the emergency department
ConclusionsRemoving a direct community access point for this group resulted in a substantial increase in ED presentations, many of which did not have physical needs. This study has implications for future policy to address the needs of this group, especially in light of the pandemic.
Source: Irish Journal of Medical Science - Category: General Medicine Source Type: research
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