2023
DOI: 10.7759/cureus.42559
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A Comprehensive Analysis of Mental Health Problems in India and the Role of Mental Asylums

Vanee R Meghrajani,
Manvi Marathe,
Ritika Sharma
et al.

Abstract: This review article provides a comprehensive overview of the current state of mental health in India, highlighting the challenges faced, the existing initiatives, and the future directions for improving mental healthcare delivery. India is grappling with a high prevalence of mental health disorders, including depression, anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and substance use disorders. The burden of mental health issues on individuals, families, and society is immense, leading to reduced quality… Show more

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“…Implementing comprehensive training programs to increase mental health literacy among employees and managers is essential. These programs educate staff about common mental health issues, how to recognize symptoms, and where to seek help [ 36 , 44 , 45 ]. Strengthening counseling services and offering accessible mental health resources, such as online workshops and peer support groups, can mitigate barriers to seeking help [ 8 , 46 , 47 ].…”
Section: Discussionmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…Implementing comprehensive training programs to increase mental health literacy among employees and managers is essential. These programs educate staff about common mental health issues, how to recognize symptoms, and where to seek help [ 36 , 44 , 45 ]. Strengthening counseling services and offering accessible mental health resources, such as online workshops and peer support groups, can mitigate barriers to seeking help [ 8 , 46 , 47 ].…”
Section: Discussionmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…Furthermore, looking for an orthopedic surgeon cannot be done with the correct utilization of the resources (Miranda et al 2023). A study presents the future directions and existing trends for pediatric patients, along with the possible impacts of systemic health care (Meghrajani et al 2023).…”
Section: Studies On Prioritizationmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…Given the high prevalence of mental health disorders in India, urgent action is needed to improve access to effective interventions. This includes initiatives such as increasing the number of mental health professionals, decentralizing services, integrating mental health into primary care, and encouraging community participation (Meghrajani et al, 2023). Community-based interventions, particularly digital interventions in urban areas, hold promise for addressing mental health challenges (Mehra et al, 2022).…”
Section: Concept Of Psychological Adjustmentmentioning
confidence: 99%