Populations who have received care for mental health disorders

Mental health and addictions issues are a growing concern in New Zealand and worldwide. They can have major implications for the person affected themselves but also for whaanau and families, friends and the wider community. This analysis of the populations who have received care for mental health disorders in the Counties Manukau area has been undertaken to inform service development and assist the DHB to match services to the needs of our population. This work provides useful information for planning; however it also raises many questions. It is anticipated that there will be much benefit from consideration and interpretation of these reports by those working with people receiving mental health care, others in the health sector and our communities. It is presented in two companion reports.