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To develop a novel tiered-care model for mental health in children and adolescents and assess its effectiveness.

March 30, 2026Singapore Medical Journal0 citationsOpen Access

Development of a novel tiered-care mental health model: the Paediatric and Adolescent Wellness Service

SRSamuel Lim Zhi RuiKK Women's and Children's Hospital SWSong Lian Ryan WuKK Women's and Children's Hospital VMVicknesan Jeyan MarimuttuSingHealth

Key Points

To develop a novel tiered-care model for mental health in children and adolescents and assess its effectiveness.
Development of the Paediatric and Adolescent Wellness Service
Focus on Tier 3 mental health symptom severity
Implementation by paediatricians
Patients showed improved clinical outcomes
Access to mental health care was enhanced
Service demonstrated potential for broader application

Abstract

PAWS, a mental health service by paediatricians for children and adolescents with Tier 3 mental health symptom severity, has improved access to care, with patients demonstrating improved clinical outcomes, highlighting the service's potential.

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