About primary mental health and addiction

In this section you can learn all about primary mental health care - both nationally and internationally. The broader strategic direction for primary health care in New Zealand is covered, and you can also find out about the organisations that are involved in primary mental health care.

• What is primary mental health and addiction?
  
• The international context for mental health care in primary health settings. This section provides a brief overview and links to key international documents.
  
• Information about primary health organisations (PHOs).
  
• Information about general practice
  
• District health boards (DHBs) and their role in primary mental health, as both funders and their provider arm services.
  
• The role of non-government organisations (NGOs) in the delivery of primary mental health services.