Abstract：
Faith-based organizations (FBOs) are often \"gatekeepers\" to mental health care for congregants at risk of mental illness and suicide, especially U.S. military Veterans, but data to inform better collaboration are needed. We conducted focus groups with clergy in Los Angeles County to understand the mental health support FBOs provide and barriers to collaboration with the mental healthcare system. Clergy detailed strategies used to support the mental health of Veteran congregants. Barriers included stigma, limits in clergy training, and incomplete knowledge about community and VA mental health resources. Results suggest strategies to improve collaboration between FBOs and the mental healthcare system in Los Angeles County.
摘要：
基于信仰的组织（FBO）通常是“看门人”，为有精神疾病和自杀风险的会众提供精神保健服务，尤其是美国退伍军人，但是需要数据来提供更好的合作。我们与洛杉矶县的神职人员进行了焦点小组，以了解FBO提供的心理健康支持以及与心理健康系统合作的障碍。神职人员用于支持退伍军人的心理健康的详细策略。障碍包括耻辱，神职人员培训的限制，以及对社区和VA精神卫生资源的不完全了解。结果提出了改善FBO与洛杉矶县精神医疗系统之间合作的策略。
