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Integrated Care Model Boosts Children's Mental Health Outcomes

9/17/2025

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Research from the TEAM UP Center shows integrated behavioral health services effectively address children's mental health issues in pediatric care.
The study, involving 942 children at health centers, found significant reductions in psychosocial symptoms post-intervention.
The TEAM UP Model™ enhances access to mental health care within primary pediatric settings.
Increased engagement with behavioral health services leads to better outcomes, especially for marginalized communities.
The study calls for policy reforms to support integrated care models and highlights the need to address social determinants of health.

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Story summary

Research from the TEAM UP Center shows integrated behavioral health services effectively address children's mental health issues in pediatric care.
The study, involving 942 children at health centers, found significant reductions in psychosocial symptoms post-intervention.
The TEAM UP Model™ enhances access to mental health care within primary pediatric settings.
Increased engagement with behavioral health services leads to better outcomes, especially for marginalized communities.
The study calls for policy reforms to support integrated care models and highlights the need to address social determinants of health.