The 130th Session of the Executive Board of the World Health
Organization (WHO) has adopted a Resolution on ‘Global Burden of Mental Disorders and the need for a comprehensive, coordinated response from health
and social sectors at the country level’.
This marks the first time in over a
decade that WHO has, at its highest levels, taken note of this very major
public health concern. The draft Resolution in the matter was moved on Friday, 20th
January, 2012 by India.
The Indian delegation led by P.K. Pradhan,
Secretary, Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, were primarily responsible
for piloting the matter.
Mental disorders account for 13% of the global burden of the
diseases and, in keeping with latest thinking, the resolution recognizes the
importance of early identification, care and recovery.
An important aspect of persons suffering from mental disorders is the problem of stigma,
poverty and homelessness, and the need for community based interventions
including deinstitutionalised care.
It is clearly recognized that all countries
must take steps to promote mental health and empower persons with mental
disorders to lead a full and productive life in the community. (Source: PIB.23.01.12)
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