Content Type: International Developments
Illinois Enacts Landmark AI Mental Health Regulation
On August 1, 2025, Illinois Governor JB Pritzker signed the Wellness and Oversight for Psychological Resources (WOPR) Act, marking a significant step in regulating artificial intelligence (AI) in mental health care.
India Leading the Digital Charge: A Strategic Shift to Transform Access to Mental Health Services
India’s first-ever Expert Dialogue on Emerging International Trends in the digital mental health domain in New Delhi was a landmark event, given the scale of mainstream media’s interest in digital mental health.
Sri Lanka Forges New Path in Digital Mental Health with Prime Minister’s Visionary Leadership
In a historic step towards a more accessible and innovative mental healthcare system, Sri Lanka’s Prime Minister’s Office, in collaboration with the eMental Health International Collaborative (eMHIC), jointly hosted the nation’s inaugural Digital Mental Health Roundtable. This landmark event underscored
Thailand adapts WHO’s Step-by-Step programme as part of national digital mental health platform
Thailand has unveiled “Tor-Tuem-Jai,” a new digital mental health platform launched during National Mind Month in partnership with the WHO. By adapting the Step-by-Step program, it provides self-care tools for stress management and emotional resilience, with a focus on supporting
Google Launches Dual AI Initiatives for Mental Health
Google has launched two new initiatives to explore how AI can support mental health treatment and expand access to care globally, particularly in low- and middle-income countries.
Mental health in the age of AI – exploring a new frontier for diagnosis, therapy and support
Singapore is actively exploring digital mental health tools to enhance care and address the growing demand for mental health support, especially given current manpower limitations.
Singapore Harnessing Global Leadership in Digital Mental Health: A Week of Digital Mental Health Collaboration from Local National Perspective to APEC Region to Broader Global Context
Singapore recently hosted a series of pivotal events, showcasing its commitment to transforming mental healthcare through digital innovation and international collaboration.
Advancing Global Mental Health: Anil Thapliyal’s Insights from China and Taiwan’s Inspiring Digital Transformation
Anil Thapliyal, Executive Director of the eMental Health International Collaborative (eMHIC), recently embarked on a truly inspiring work programme through China and Taiwan. What he found wasn’t just technological advancement, but a profound commitment to transforming mental health care at
NHS England Launches New Mental Health Crisis Centers to Reduce A&E Waits
NHS England is launching a significant decade-long initiative: specialized mental health crisis centers nationwide. This aims to revolutionize urgent mental health support, directly easing A&E overcrowding and ensuring timely access to care.
US Bill to Boost Student Mental Health: The Improving Mental Health Access for Students Act
A new bipartisan US bill aims to boost student mental health by requiring college IDs (or websites) to display contacts for the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (988), Crisis Text Line, and campus mental health centers. This Improving Mental Health Access
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