Ministry of Health, Republic of Maldives Government of Maldives Country Resources Mental Health Policies Maldives 2015 Policy document

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The vision of the policy is “In Maldives, the mental wellbeing of people will be fostered with emphasis on prevention of mental disorders. People with mental disorders and their families will be treated with dignity and have access to quality care to promote recovery and flourish in the community, free from stigma and discrimination.”The guiding principles and approaches include inter-sectoral collaboration, integration of mental health and general health, community-based care, use of life course approach, evidence-based care, emphasis on religion and culture, protecting vulnerable populations, accessibility and equity, professionalism, and empowering people with mental disorders and their families.
The objectives of this policy include:
i. Creating a robust governance structure for mental health with adequate financing for implementation of strategies.
ii. Developing a comprehensive, responsive, quality network of community-based mental health services which are integrated into the general health services.
iii. Preventing mental disorders and promoting mental health across the life course in collaboration with other relevant stakeholder sectors.
iv. Advocacy for better mental health and human rights of people with mental disorders at all levels of society and enshrine this in legislation, policies, and plans.

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