MAPP Mental Health Care: A Multi-Disciplinary, Patient-Partnered, Pan-Canadian, Comparative Effectiveness Evaluation of an Innovative Acute Pediatric Mental Health and Addiction Care Bundle

Principal Investigator: Dr. Laurence Katz

To compare the effects (good and bad) of a new mental health screening, assessment, and follow-up program for children and youth who visit the emergency department for mental health concerns. This program is called the Acute Mental Health Care Bundle. This program is designed to offer faster and more effective screening and assessment at the emergency department, and ensure kids are followed up after their emergency department visit in a manner that is quick and meets their needs.