Mental health policy and strategic plan

Mk, Funk; Nj, Drew

doi:10.26719/2015.21.7.522

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“…15) Policy and law reform initiatives: With the ever-changing landscape of medicine and diseases, it is vital to regularly look at different and previously implemented policies so that necessary reforms are made for the betterment of mental health. (Funk & Drew, 2015) Focus on personal traits/ Individual-level strategies Incorporating various types of personal skills training can enhance individuals' ability to make healthy life choices, ultimately benefiting their mental health (WHO, 1986). Training in skills such as cognitive restructuring, techniques for reducing cognitive distortions, increasing self-esteem, and enhancing job-search skills has been found effective in reducing symptoms of depression (Jané-Llopis, Barry, Hosman, & Patel, 2005).…”

Section: Implementation Of Public Policy For Better Mental Healthmentioning

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Addressing Mental Health Challenges in Nepal: A Review of Policies, Status, and Strategies for Improvement

Prajapati,

Lamichhane,

Shrestha

et al. 2024

J. Multidisc. Res. Adv.

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Mental health is a crucial aspect of overall well-being, encompassing an individual's emotional, psychological, and social well-being. In Nepal, mental health issues are a significant concern, with challenges related to governance, policy implementation, and service delivery. This review examines the mental health status in Nepal, analyzes existing policies, and proposes strategies for improvement. Databases, including ScienceDirect, Springer, NepJol, PubMed, and Google Scholar, were searched to gather relevant literature. The review identified key challenges in Nepal's mental health system, including the lack of a revised and fully implemented mental health policy, discriminatory provisions in the legislation, inadequate planning and funding at the district level, and limited workforce and resources. Despite positive developments, such as including mental health in general health policies and NGO involvement, significant barriers remain. To improve mental health in Nepal, it is essential to implement public policies favoring mental health, train individuals in personal skills, promote healthy lifestyles, and intervene through community actions. These strategies aim to create supportive environments and increase awareness of mental health issues, ultimately improving the population's overall well-being.

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Section: Implementation Of Public Policy For Better Mental Healthmentioning

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Addressing Mental Health Challenges in Nepal: A Review of Policies, Status, and Strategies for Improvement

Prajapati,

Lamichhane,

Shrestha

et al. 2024

J. Multidisc. Res. Adv.

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“…Some countries have a dedicated mental health policy and plan, while in others mental health is incorporated in general health, disability, or other related policies and plans. The important elements that need to be included in a mental health policy and plan are summarized in a separate paper in this theme issue (14).…”

Section: Mental Health Policy and Strategic Planmentioning

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Scaling up action for mental health in the Eastern Mediterranean Region: an overview

Gater

Saeed

2015

Easter Mediterr Health J

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“…Legislation provides a legal framework to ensure that critical issues affecting their lives, both in mental health facilities and in the broader community context, are addressed. It enables the codification and consolidation of the fundamental principles, values, aims and objectives of mental health policies and plans [see (3)].…”

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Mental health legislation

2015

Easter Mediterr Health J

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Why legislate for mental health? Mental health legislation provides a framework and standards for the protection/promotion of the rights of people with mental health conditions and to codify the principles, values, aims and objectives of mental health policies and plans. It is crucial that mental health legislation promotes integrated, community-based care and support and acts to improve the quality of services and promote the rights of people with mental health conditions. It is also essential that it ensures informed consent, confidentiality and the involvement of users and their families in decision-making. National mental health legislation should be developed/updated in line with international human rights covenants and instruments. Governments and legislating bodies need to adopt rules, regulations and codes of practice for implementing the legislation [see WHO checklist on mental health legislation (1) (Annex 1)]. It is also imperative to establish operational structures and mechanisms to support the implementation of such legislation.

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Mental health policy and strategic plan

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Addressing Mental Health Challenges in Nepal: A Review of Policies, Status, and Strategies for Improvement

Addressing Mental Health Challenges in Nepal: A Review of Policies, Status, and Strategies for Improvement

Scaling up action for mental health in the Eastern Mediterranean Region: an overview

Mental health legislation

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