Mental disorders
Mental disorders comprise a broad range of problems, with different symptoms. However, they are generally characterized by some combination of abnormal thoughts, emotions, behaviour and relationships with others. Examples are schizophrenia, depression, intellectual disabilities and disorders due to drug abuse. Most of these disorders can be successfully treated.
General information
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Mental disorders
Fact sheet, 2017 -
Schizophrenia
Fact sheet, 2016 -
Mental health: strengthening our response
Fact sheet, 2016
Multimedia
Mental disorders in WHO regions
WHO Guidelines for management of physical health conditions in people with severe mental disorders
Date: 9-10 May 2018
Venue: HQ, Geneva, Switzerland