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On the promotion of mental well-being, the increasing prevalence of poor mental health, the perceptions around mental health, and the access to appropriate services and resources

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Policy Brief: Mental Health in Catarman, Northern Samar

Catarman, a first class municipality and the capital of Northern Samar, was one of the research sites of the mhPAD study. From the data collected, together with consultations with the Municipal Health Officer, policy recommendations addressing gaps in the municipality’s mental health system are given, including: integration of mental health in the primary health care services; empowerment and activation of support-structure from barangay-level officials and workers; and reduction of stigma and discrimination in the communities.

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Mental Health First Aid in the School

A research initiative by Empath PH that aims to craft proper mental health first aid programs contextualized to Filipino students, teachers, and parents.

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Mapping of Mental Health and Psychosocial Support Services in the Philippines in the time of COVID-19 Pandemic

The study explores the various mental health and psychosocial support (MHPSS) services provided by individuals and organizations in the Philippines in response to the pandemic caused by COVID-19.

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Analyzing Mental Health: Perception, Access and Delivery

MHPAD is a natiowide research project that aims to give a general overview of the current state of mental health in the country.

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The Kamalayan (Mindfulness) Project in the Philippines

The Centre for Mindfulness Studies, in cooperation with Ateneo Bulatao Center for Psychological Services, carried out the project entitled Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) as an Alternative Form of Mental Health Care for Filipino School Children.

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Developmental profile of Filipino children born during the SARS-COV-2 pandemic: pilot study

During the COVID-19 pandemic's prolonged lockdown in the Philippines, a study examined child development in Cainta, Rizal. Despite challenges, children scored within the average range, with girls performing better, and maternal education and larger households positively influencing developmental outcomes.

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Mental Health in the Philippines: Perception, Access, and Delivery (mhPAD) Map

Analyzing Mental Health in the Philippines: Perception, Access, and Delivery (mhPAD) is a research about how mental health is perceived by the general population and selected stakeholders, available mental health resources, how and when services are accessed and utilized, and the cost it takes to access and utilize the available mental health services. The information generated will contribute to the development and improvement of a rational and unified response to promote mental health and address mental health problems.

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Policy Brief: Mental Health in Zamboanga del Norte

Zamboanga del Norte is a province in Mindanao which includes six municipalities that were randomly chosen to be part of the research sites of the mhPAD study. From the data collected, together with consultations with the provincial hospital’s lone psychiatrist, policy recommendations addressing gaps in the province’s mental health system are given, including: recognition of mental health as a public health priority through the development and strengthening of a provincial mental health program; strengthening of the operational management system in the provincial implementation of the mental health Medicine Access Program (MAP); and addressing and overcoming mental illness discrimination within communities.

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Mental Health Act Explainer

According to the World Health Organization, more than 400 million people around the world have a mental health issue that causes a significant impact on their lives. In the Philippines, we already have high rates of depression even before the COVID-19 pandemic. This is why the passing of the Mental Health Act in 2018 was a huge step in addressing mental health concerns. This explainer shares important points that you need to know about the Mental Health Act.

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Policy Brief: Mental Health in MIMAROPA

Region IV-B is a region composed of islands. The municipality of Gasan in Marinduque was randomly selected as one of the research sites of the mhPAD study. From the data collected, together with consultations with the Regional Mental Health Coordinator, policy recommendations addressing gaps in the region’s mental health system are given, including: improvement in the capacity of primary care workers to provide mental health services; building of access to telemedicine services; establishment of an acute psychiatric unit in the region; and increasing of mental health literacy.

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