Intensive Case Management: A Critical Re-Appraisal of the Scientific Evidence for Effectiveness
- 10 June 2006
- journal article
- Published by Springer Nature in Administration and Policy in Mental Health and Mental Health Services Research
- Vol. 33 (5) , 529-535
- https://doi.org/10.1007/s10488-006-0051-5
Abstract
Intensive Case Management (ICM) is widely claimed to be an evidence-based and cost effective program for people with high levels of disability as a result of mental illness. However, the findings of recent randomized controlled trials comparing ICM with ‘usual services’ suggest that both clinical and cost effectiveness of ICM may be weakening. Possible reasons for this, including fidelity of implementation, researcher allegiance effects and changes in the wider service environment within which ICM is provided, are considered. The implications for service delivery and research are discussedKeywords
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