The Challenge of Integrating Physical and Mental Health Services

Physical and mental health services have long been institutionally and conceptually separate, making it harder to coordinate treatment for the many people who need to access both services, and so increasing costs of healthcare.

Psychologists have an important role in promoting whole person care, whatever the setting in which they work.

Our speakers will outline the principles underpinning integrated mental and physical health services and describe the operation of innovative models in adult and child services in London.