SUMHIT - Substance use and mental health care integration: a study of service networks in mental health and substance use disorders in Belgium, their accessibility, and users’ needs

The scientific literature indicates that the use of drugs among people with mental illness (MI) varies from 20 to over 50%, while mental health disorders are also common among people with substance use disorders (SUD). People with both SUDs and MI face greater difficulties than those with one issue alone, in terms of access to services, unmet needs, compliance to treatment or relapses, social integration and personal recovery. Their medical, psychological and social needs require comprehensive care from healthcare providers, particularly in terms of continuity and personalised care. However, i... Mehr ...