COVID-19 pandemic triggers 25% increase in prevalence of …
Mar 2, 2022 · In the first year of the COVID-19 pandemic, global prevalence of anxiety and depression increased by a massive 25%, according to a scientific brief released by the World Health Organization (WHO) today.
WHO highlights urgent need to transform mental health and …
Jun 17, 2022 · 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 ...
Recent Mental Health News | American Medical Association
5 days ago · Mental health refers to a person's emotional, cognitive and psychological well being. Mental health issues can impact both patients and physicians, and as such the American Medical Association is committed to keeping you up to date with articles on the latest mental health news and developments.
Mental health - World Health Organization (WHO)
Oct 9, 2024 · 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 has intrinsic and instrumental value and is integral to our well-being. At any one time, a diverse set of individual, family, community and structural factors may combine to …
Mental health - World Health Organization (WHO)
Jun 17, 2022 · WHO fact sheet on mental health providing key facts and information on determinants, strategies and interventions, WHO response.
World Mental Health Report - World Health Organization (WHO)
Jun 16, 2022 · Mental health is critically important to everyone, everywhere. All over the world, mental health needs are high but responses are insufficient and inadequate. 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 ...
Infodemics and misinformation negatively affect people’s health ...
Sep 1, 2022 · Incorrect interpretations of health information, which increase during outbreaks and disasters, often negatively impact people’s mental health and increase vaccine hesitancy, and can delay the provision of health care, a new WHO review shows.
Mental health of adolescents - World Health Organization (WHO)
Oct 10, 2024 · 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 ...
DOH, WHO launch Philippine Council for Mental Health Strategic ...
Oct 12, 2023 · The Department of Health (DOH), in collaboration with the World Health Organization (WHO), today launched the 2024-2028 Philippine Council for Mental Health (PCMH) Strategic Framework to guide the development and implementation of mental health policies, programs, and services to address the significant burden of mental illness and improve mental health and well-being in the country.In line ...
“Giving mental health the attention it deserves” – Poland adopts …
Oct 10, 2023 · Poland has just launched the WHO Mental Health Gap Action Programme (mhGAP), an evidence-based approach to scaling up capacity and services for mental health conditions, under its National Health Programme, in a major step towards addressing the unmet mental health needs of the population.