Let's talk candidly on mental health, reiterates Health Secretary
Summary
Health Secretary Dr Bikash Devkota emphasizes that mental health issues are treatable and urges society to avoid discrimination while supporting affected individuals. The government has launched a mental health awareness campaign to integrate mental health services into basic healthcare.
Key Points
- Secretary Dr Bikash Devkota states mental health problems are not signs of weakness and are fully treatable like physical diseases.
- A mental health awareness campaign was launched by the Ministry of Health and Population from December 10 to March 14.
- The campaign aims to integrate mental health services into basic health services accessible to citizens.
- Statistics show one in ten Nepalis live with mental health problems, with an average of 19 suicides daily in Nepal.
