A primary care perspective on gender-focused mental health services in Singapore: Correspondence

Key Points

• This correspondence aims to contribute a primary care viewpoint on the development of gender-focused mental health services in Singapore.
• Reviewed recent literature by Puthran et al. and Fung et al. on gender-focused mental health services.
• Analyzed the integration of these services within general psychiatric care.
• Discussed evolving models of care and system-wide capability requirements.
• Acknowledged evolving models of care in addressing gender-related mental health issues.
• Highlighted the necessity for capacity building across the healthcare system.
• Emphasized the importance of integrating gender-focused services into existing primary care frameworks.