Resources
Our mission to transform mental health care is successful when providers have the resources they need to be successful. The tools and resources below provide guidance and real-world insights to support collaborative care implementation.
Behavioral Health Education
Behavioral Health Trends
Diagnoses of mental health conditions in adults like anxiety, depression, and substance use are on the rise. See the data in this Behavioral Health Trends report from Northwestern Medicine, Meadows Mental Health Policy Institute and West Health.
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Learn how you can take a redefined, modern approach to physical and mental health care with Integrated Behavioral Health through primary care. This primer covers everything you need to know, including delivery models.
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Collaborative Care Model Fact Sheet
The core principles of the Collaborative Care Model framework benefit both providers and patients. Learn more about this team-based approach in this Collaborative Care Model Fact Sheet.
Download PDFMounting Evidence That Use of the Collaborative Care Model Reduces Total Healthcare Costs
The Collaborative Care Model has been shown to reduce the overall healthcare costs while improving patient outcomes. Learn more about the financial impact of this evidence-based approach in this issue brief.
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FAQs
Have a question about the Northwestern Medicine West Health Accelerator, the Collaborative Care Model or something else? Browse our Frequently Asked Questions for an answer.
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Our collaborative care approach
Our collaborative care approach helps more people access the care that they need using resources that already exist. Find out more about how this approach is revolutionizing mental health care and treatment through primary care.
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Stay informed on the latest updates from the Accelerator and related efforts advancing mental health through primary care.
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