Mental health

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.

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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