Family physicians as key agents in integrating mental health services into primary care

The Lancet Primary Care 2026 Open access

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Authors: Erin K. Ferenchick, Larry A. Green, Christopher F Dowrick, Christos D Lionis, Cindy L. K. Lam, Sankha Randenikumara, Bonnie Jortberg, Emma C. Gilchrist
DOI: 10.1016/j.lanprc.2026.100113
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Abstract

On Dec 15, 2025, the political declaration of the fourth high-level meeting of the UN General Assembly on the prevention and control of non-communicable diseases and the promotion of mental health and wellbeing1 was finally adopted with 175 votes in favour, two votes against (the USA and Argentina), and one abstention (Paraguay), despite initial controversy stemming from the USA refusing to support this declaration during the UN General Assembly in September, 2025. The declaration emphasises the need to deliver comprehensive, high-quality, and integrated health services that are inclusive of mental health care.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Mental Health Treatment and Access Primary Care and Health Outcomes Family Caregiving in Mental Illness

Publication details

Journal / source
The Lancet Primary Care
Publisher
Elsevier BV
Volume
2
Issue
2
Pages
100113–100113
Publication date
1 February 2026
Language
EN