As part of the “Integrating Mental Health Services into Pediatric Primary Care” initiative, the following activities will be undertaken to achieve the objectives mentioned earlier:
- Developing a comprehensive, evidence-based model for integrating mental health services into pediatric primary care.
- Collaborating with primary care providers, mental health professionals, educators, parents, and caregivers to ensure that mental health services are accessible and culturally appropriate.
- Providing training and resources to primary care providers to enhance their ability to identify, assess, and manage mental health concerns in children and adolescents.
- Creating a referral network to connect children and families with specialized mental health services when needed.
- Conducting research to evaluate the effectiveness of the initiative and identify areas for improvement.
- Raising awareness about the importance of mental health in children and adolescents through community outreach and education.
Through these activities, the initiative hopes to create a sustainable and scalable model that can be replicated in diverse settings, ensuring that every child has access to the mental health services they need to thrive.
