No Simple Solutions for Complex Needs

Deborah Elliott

Canadian Public Policy, 2005, vol. 31, issue s1, 53-58

Abstract: Getting it right on mental illness and addictions reform means creating a system that meets the needs of the most complex and difficult to treat cases: persons with dual diagnosis and concurrent disorders. People with a psychiatric condition plus an intellectual disability or addiction suffer the greatest unmet need. Successful reform must incorporate new payment models for professionals who serve those with the most complex needs, new methodologies targeted at behavioural and non-pharmacological strategies, an action plan to address fetal alcohol spectrum disorders and other preventable disabilities, and alternatives to incarceration for persons with complex needs.

Date: 2005
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