In this report, potential reasons for this apparent
contradiction between cherished human values
and observed social actions are explored with a
view to better formulating concrete steps that
governments and other stakeholders can take to
reshape social attitudes and public policy.
Depression is a leading cause of non-fatal disease burden worldwide, with a lifetime prevalence of 9% among European adult men and 17% among European adult women.
The task at hand requires substantial investments in preventive mental health care, but the potential benefits can be equally rewarding.... After all, mental wellbeing is a key resource for learning, productivity, participation and inclusion. Investing in proactive care to promote, protect and sustain mental health in the population is therefore likely to offer good value for money.
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SADF POLICY BRIEF
31 October 2018 Issue n° 8
ISSN: 2406-5625
Harm Reducation, Decriminalization and Zero Discrimination for People who use Drugs
Introduction
Chapter A.4
2017 edition
Developmental disorders
Chapter C.3
Externalising disorders
Chapter D.3
Other disorders Chapter H.1
Other disorders
Chapter H.3
Other
Chapter H.4
2015 edition
Other disorders
Chapter H.5.1
Psychiatry and Pediatrics
Chapter I.4
Miscellaneous
Child and adolescent psychiatric emergencies
Chapter J.1
Miscellaneous
Chapter J.2
Miscellaneous
Chapter J.4
This brief report examines the extent to which community-based treatment and integration support are provided for people living with mental illness across 15 selected Asia-Pacific economies. Some of the key findings are discussed in light of the diversity of economies and cultural contexts.
BJPSYCH... INTERNATIONALVOLUME 15 NUMBER 4 NOVEMBER 201
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