Crisis resolution teams: are we doing things well?
J. J. Martínez Jambrina, L. P. Gómez, A. M. G. Alvarez, C. P. Miranda, S. P. Alvarez, N. A. Alvargonzalez, I. F. Arias

TL;DR
The paper explores how crisis resolution teams (CRTs) support individuals in acute mental health crises and evaluates tools to measure their effectiveness.
Contribution
The paper introduces and reviews specific assessment tools like the CRTAT, CIS, BCES, and ECAS to evaluate crisis resolution effectiveness.
Findings
Crisis resolution teams serve individuals with acute mental health issues like suicidal ideation or severe emotional distress.
Tools like the CRTAT and ECAS help assess crisis severity and the effectiveness of interventions.
Understanding patient perspectives is essential for improving crisis resolution strategies.
Abstract
Crisis resolution teams (CRTs) are a crucial component of mental health care, providing timely support to individuals experiencing acute mental health crises. This abstract delves into the concept of crisis and seeks to identify the patients who stand to benefit from these specialized services. Defining crisis within the context of CRTs can be complex. It encompasses not only immediate emergencies but also broader mental health distress. Research suggests that suitable candidates for CRT interventions are those facing acute mental health crises : This includes individuals experiencing suicidal ideation, severe agitation, or severe emotional distress. La “Escala de Evaluación de Resolución de Crisis” (Crisis Resolution Team Assessment Tool, CRTAT) de Sonia Johnson es una herramienta diseñada para para medir la efectividad de los CRT y la duración de la intervención en crisis.…
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TopicsPsychiatric care and mental health services
