Specific population groups
Addressing the needs of specific population groups
New Zealand's population is diverse and changing. Mental health and addiction issues are common in New Zealand, but are more common within some groups of the population than in others. As mental health and addiction services in primary care develop, more consideration should be given to how these services meet the unique needs of specific population groups.
This section provides information about priority groups that you may find useful when looking at the responsiveness of your service to your local population.