Webhealth
Webhealth has been specifically developed to provide access for people to
connect with Health and Social Services. This web-based approach builds on
the strengths of people and families to determine their support needs. Within the Webhealth website is Linkage. Linkage is a
partnership between an NGO, Pathways; primary health care, Pinnacle; and a
secondary provider/hospital, Health Waikato. It offers early intervention
services with a “one stop shop” in central Hamilton and New Plymouth.
Monday, August 04, 2003
Story at Health News (UK) - "The extent of mental health problems among American adolescents is revealed in new research, which suggests that it has reached 'alarming' levels. The study found at least 16 per cent of boys and 19 per cent of girls have a diagnosis of at least one problem, such as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), major depression or substance dependence. The study also found that sexual and physical assault or even witnessing violence increases the risk of PTSD, depression and substance abuse. The investigation by the Medical University of South Carolina’s National Crime Victims Research and Treatment Center involved more than 4,000 young people aged between 12 and 17."
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