35.6 million people worldwide living with dementia
Dementia is one of the major causes of disability and dependency among older people worldwide. It is overwhelming not only for the people who have it, but also for their caregivers and families. There is often a lack of awareness and understanding of dementia, resulting in stigmatization and barriers to diagnosis and care. The impact of dementia on caregivers, family and societies can be physical, psychological, social and economic. The number of people affected by dementia will double by 2030 and more than triple by 2050.
WHO's Executive Board adopted draft resolution on mental health EB130.R8
At the recent 130th executive board meeting of the WHO, a new resolution -“Global Burden of Mental Disorders and the Need for a Comprehensive, Co-ordinated Response from Health and Social Sectors at the Country Level (EB 130.R8)” - was recommended for adoption by 66th WHA.
World Mental Health Day: 10 October 2012
The theme of this year: Depression, a global crisis.
WHO Mental Health Gap Action Programme (mhGAP)
The WHO Mental Health Gap Action Programme (mhGAP) aims at scaling up services for mental, neurological and substance use disorders for countries especially with low and middle income.
