64% increase in NZ police callouts to mental health incidents over 5 years; shift to trauma-informed support system proposed.

New Zealand has seen a 64% increase in police callouts to mental health incidents over the past 5 years, with 77,043 callouts. A shift to a trauma-informed support system could help reduce police involvement and improve support for those in distress. Researchers suggest that health-led responses to mental health events could be a game-changer, offering an alternative approach to the current situation.

June 12, 2024
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