- Mental health - World Health Organization (WHO)
Mental health is a state of mental well-being that enables people to cope with the stresses of life, realize their abilities, learn well and work well, and contribute to their community It is an integral component of health and well-being that underpins our individual and collective abilities to make decisions, build relationships and shape
- Refugee and migrant mental health - World Health Organization (WHO)
The updated Comprehensive Mental Health Action Plan (2013–2030) focuses specifically on promoting mental well-being, and reducing the impact of mental health conditions It emphasizes the need to address disparities in access to care and improve support for at-risk groups, including refugees and migrants
- WHO highlights urgent need to transform mental health and mental health . . .
The World Health Organization today released its largest review of world mental health since the turn of the century The detailed work provides a blueprint for governments, academics, health professionals, civil society and others with an ambition to support the world in transforming mental health In 2019, nearly a billion people – including 14% of the world’s adolescents – were living
- Mental health - World Health Organization (WHO)
Mental health is more than the absence of mental disorders Mental health is an integral part of health; indeed, there is no health without mental health Mental health is determined by a range of socioeconomic, biological and environmental factors Cost-effective public health and intersectoral strategies and interventions exist to promote
- Key terms and definitions in mental health - World Health Organization . . .
Mental Health Legislation: Mental health legislation, or mental health provisions integrated into other laws (e g anti-discrimination, general health, disability, employment, social welfare, education, housing, and other areas), may cover a broad array of issues including access to mental health care and other services, quality of mental
- World Mental Health Report - World Health Organization (WHO)
This “World Mental Health Report” is designed to inspire and inform better mental health for all Drawing on the latest evidence available, showcasing examples of good practice from around the world, and voicing people’s lived experience, it highlights why and where change is most needed and how it can best be achieved
- Mental health of adolescents - World Health Organization (WHO)
Adolescence (10-19 years) is a unique and formative time Multiple physical, emotional and social changes, including exposure to poverty, abuse, or violence, can make adolescents vulnerable to mental health problems Promoting psychological well-being and protecting adolescents from adverse experiences and risk factors that may impact their potential to thrive are critical for their well-being
- Mental health of older adults - World Health Organization (WHO)
A mix of mental health interventions are usually recommended, alongside other supports to address the health, personal care and social needs of individuals Dementia is often an important concern It affects people’s mental health (for example, sparking symptoms of psychosis and depression), and requires access to quality mental health care
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