From WHO:
There are many different mental disorders, with different presentations. They are generally characterized by a combination of abnormal thoughts, perceptions, emotions, behaviour and relationships with others.
Mental disorders include: depression, bipolar affective disorder, schizophrenia and other psychoses, dementia, intellectual disabilities and developmental disorders including autism.
There are effective strategies for preventing mental disorders such as depression.
There are effective treatments for mental disorders and ways to alleviate the suffering caused by them.
Access to health care and social services capable of providing treatment and social support is key.
The four major objectives of the action plan are to:
• strengthen effective leadership and governance for mental health.
• provide comprehensive, integrated and responsive mental health and social care services in community-based settings.
• implement strategies for promotion and prevention in mental health.
• strengthen information systems, evidence and research for mental health.
