Evaluation of knowledge and attitudes among primary care physicians in <scp>C</scp>avan–<scp>M</scp>onaghan as ‘gatekeepers‐in‐waiting’ for the introduction of <scp>C</scp>arepath for <scp>O</scp>vercoming <scp>P</scp>sychosis <scp>E</scp>arly (<scp>COPE</scp>)

Abstract

As 'gatekeepers-in-waiting', these general practitioners will have a vital role in effective implementation of the early intervention service for psychosis. However, their knowledge needs improvement, through regular educational sessions, and this service must be responsive to their needs. In addition, general practitioners' concerns regarding the potential for increased workload must be adequately addressed in order to maintain enthusiasm and collaboration at the interface between primary care and mental health services, particularly in the context of early intervention.