The State of Mobile Crisis Response: a Scoping Review of Construct and Challenges

Key Points

• Mobile crisis response is essential for addressing urgent mental health challenges, but various constructs complicate its effectiveness.
• Key challenges include inconsistent service delivery models and lack of standardized training for responders in the field.
• Scoping review analyzes existing literature on mobile crisis response constructs across diverse regions and settings.
• Highlighting these challenges could improve future programs and implementation strategies for mental health services.