Role of Primary Health Team in Promoting Mental Health of Adolescent Students: A Systematic Review

Abstract

Aim: The purpose of this study is to identify, through an integrative review, the strategies implemented in partnership with the primary care team that contribute to promoting the mental health of adolescents at school. Methods: 2,791 studies were identified, 389 in PubMed, 389 in Scopus, 320 in VHL, 04 in Scielo and 1,693 in GALE. After excluding duplicate studies and applying the eligibility criteria, 17 articles were selected. Results: The analysis of the studies revealed that 18% of the articles addressed the relevance of the characteristics of promoting adolescent mental health in school in partnership with the primary care team, while another 18% were related to barriers faced in this promotion. Additionally, 41% of the articles dealt with the strategies used in this context and 24% discussed the associated challenges. Discussion: Several strategies have been incorporated into the partnership between the education sector and Primary Health Care to promote the mental health of school adolescents. Conclusions: Identifying the potential of actions and strategies carried out by education and primary health professionals reinforces the need for investments in spaces, materials and training of professionals aimed at promoting adolescent mental health.