TY - JOUR
AU - S. Radford
AU - M. L. Van Driel
AU - K. Swanton
A1 - 
AB - BACKGROUND: Young people aged 12-25 years are poorly serviced by current models of healthcare; they are under represented in Medicare data and are poor seekers of healthcare. However, the majority of mental health problems commence during this age span, significant sexual health issues arise, and there is poor compliance with treatment for chronic disease. OBJECTIVE: This article describes a holistic, multisector primary healthcare delivery model which may provide a way forward to improve both access and outcomes for young people. DISCUSSION: The 'headspace Gold Coast' model incorporates the relationship the young person has with both the organisation and the individuals within it; a focus on social and vocational rehabilitation; and a team based approach. The model provided at headspace serves an unmet need for young people in urban settings. However, more and ongoing support is crucial, including options for integration into existing primary care.
BT - Australian Family Physician
C5 - Healthcare Policy
CP - 3
CY - Australia
IS - 3
JF - Australian Family Physician
N2 - BACKGROUND: Young people aged 12-25 years are poorly serviced by current models of healthcare; they are under represented in Medicare data and are poor seekers of healthcare. However, the majority of mental health problems commence during this age span, significant sexual health issues arise, and there is poor compliance with treatment for chronic disease. OBJECTIVE: This article describes a holistic, multisector primary healthcare delivery model which may provide a way forward to improve both access and outcomes for young people. DISCUSSION: The 'headspace Gold Coast' model incorporates the relationship the young person has with both the organisation and the individuals within it; a focus on social and vocational rehabilitation; and a team based approach. The model provided at headspace serves an unmet need for young people in urban settings. However, more and ongoing support is crucial, including options for integration into existing primary care.
PP - Australia
PY - 2011
SN - 0300-8495; 0300-8495
SP - 153
EP - 156
EP - 
T1 - Improving health outcomes in young people - a holistic, team based approach
T2 - Australian Family Physician
TI - Improving health outcomes in young people - a holistic, team based approach
U1 - Healthcare Policy
U2 - 21597521
VL - 40
VO - 0300-8495; 0300-8495
Y1 - 2011
ER -