Promotion, Prevention and Early Intervention in Mental Health: The Australian Experience

Abstract

Significant progress has been made in Australia in the fields of promotion, prevention and early intervention in mental health. These initiatives have been supported through national policy directions under the National Mental Health Strategy, as well as at state and local levels. The population health model has been important in ensuring that promotion, prevention and early intervention initiatives are targeted across the lifespan, are underpinned by evidence, and occur alongside individual clinical mental health care. Initiatives under way across Australia are discussed.