The World Health Organization (WHO) has released its Regional Framework for the Future of Mental Health in the Western Pacific 2023-2030. The framework acknowledges the importance of mental health for overall well-being. However, countries in the Western Pacific face unique challenges, including their vulnerability to climate-related issues. There are also vast disparities in access to mental health care due to the diverse range of healthcare systems, which vary from advanced to remote settings. Further, the region is affected by rapid urbanisation, social vulnerabilities (including poverty, economic pressures, and increasing drug use), and t...
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