Evidence is scarce in terms of tracking the progress of implementation of mental healthcare plans and policies (MHPPs) in Europe, we aimed to map and analyze the content of MHPPs across the WHO European region. We collected data from the WHO Mental Health Atlas 2011, 2017 and 2020 to map the development of MHPPs in the region. We contacted 53 key informants from each country in the European region to triangulate the data from WHO Mental Health Atlases and to obtain access to the national mental health plans and policies. We analyzed the content of MHPPs against the four major objectives of the WHO Comprehensive Mental Health Action Plan, and we also focused on the specificity and measurability of their targets. The number and proportion of countries which have their own MHPPs has increased from 30 (52%) to 43 (91%) between 2011 and 2020. MHPPs are generally in line with the WHO policy, aiming to strengthen care in the community, expand mental health promotion and illness prevention activities, improve quality of care, increase intersectoral collaboration, build workforce and system capacity, and improve adherence to human rights. However, specific, and measurable targets as well as a description of concrete steps, responsibilities and funding sources are mostly missing. They often contain very little information systems, evidence and research, and mostly lack information on evaluating the implementation of MHPPs. Progress has been made in terms of the development of MHPPs in the WHO Europe. However, MHPPs are often lacking operationalization and appropriate data collection for evaluation. This is then reflected in missing evaluation plans, which in turn leads to lessons not being learned. To enhance the potential for knowledge generation and demonstration of impact, MHPPs should be more specific and contain measurable targets with allocated responsibilities and funding as well as evaluation plans.
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- časopisecké články MeSH
- přehledy MeSH
The Roma are Europe's largest ethnic minority group, and often face discrimination and social exclusion. Social strife and lack of access to healthcare are associated with increased symptoms of psychopathology. We aimed to review evidence on mental health outcomes and on access to mental healthcare among the Roma population in Europe. We systematically searched five databases (PsycINFO, Global Health, Social Policy and Practice, Web of Science and PubMed) and conducted a grey literature search in August 2020. We identified 133 studies, 26 of which were included for final analysis. We present the results using a narrative synthesis. The available literature indicates a relatively high prevalence of anxiety, depression and substance abuse among Roma, and females seem to be more affected than males. Roma children exhibit more externalizing and internalizing disorders when compared with non-Roma children. Mental health and perceived well-being among the Roma population are strongly linked to social determinants of health such as housing or economic income. Access to mental healthcare is limited for Roma people because of several barriers pertaining to language, lack of information regarding available services, and the insurance and economic status of Roma people. Roma people report mainly negative experiences with mental health services, including a lack of understanding from healthcare providers, and instances of racism and discrimination. There is a need for more research on mental health and access to healthcare in Roma people. Future studies should be participatory in order to provide guidelines for mental healthcare that addresses the needs of the Roma population.
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- dítě MeSH
- dostupnost zdravotnických služeb MeSH
- duševní zdraví MeSH
- etnicita psychologie MeSH
- lidé MeSH
- menšiny MeSH
- Romové * MeSH
- Check Tag
- dítě MeSH
- lidé MeSH
- mužské pohlaví MeSH
- ženské pohlaví MeSH
- Publikační typ
- časopisecké články MeSH
- přehledy MeSH
- systematický přehled MeSH
- Geografické názvy
- Evropa MeSH
Stigmatizace duševních onemocnění je v České republice stále rozšířená. Iniciativa NA ROVINU vznikla v rámci implementace reformy péče o duševní zdraví a zaměřuje se na vytvoření destigmatizačních vzdělávacích programů pro šest předdefinovaných cílových skupin: uživatelé služeb péče o duševní zdraví, jejich rodinní příslušníci, zdravotníci, poskytovatelé sociálních služeb, úřady veřejné správy a komunity, které jsou v těsné blízkosti nově vybudovaných komunitních center pro duševní zdraví. Pro vytvoření konkrétních programů byla provedena situační analýza. Ta zahrnovala prozkoumání potřeb u každé cílové skupiny, mapování současných a minulých destigmatizačních programů v České republice a přehled světové literatury. Na základě toho byly vytvořeny a následně pilotovány programy pro každou cílovou skupinu. Za účelem evaluace byla sbírána kvalitativní a kvantitativní data. Kvalitativní data ve formě skupinových diskusí ukázala, že programy jsou přijatelné a použitelné pro dané cílové skupiny. Také na základě shromážděných kvalitativních údajů byly do programů implementovány změny. Implementace programů probíhá i nadále.
Stigma related to mental health is still widespread in the Czech Republic. The ON THE LEVEL initiative was created as part of the ongoing implementation of the mental health care reform in the Czech Republic and focuses on creating destigmatizing educational programs for six predefined target groups: users of mental health services, their family members, health professionals, social service providers, public office employees and communities that are in close proximity to the newly built community mental health centers. A situational analysis was undertaken to create the specific programs. This included an examination of the needs of each target group, a mapping of current and past destigmatization programs in the Czech Republic, and an overview of world literature. Based on this, programs were created and subsequently piloted for each target group. At the same time, qualitative and quantitative data were collected for evaluation purposes. Qualitative data in the form of focus group observations showed that the programs are acceptable and applicable to the target groups. On the basis of collected qualitative data, necessary changes were made to the programs. Implementation of programs is still ongoing.
BACKGROUND: Many anti-stigma programs for healthcare workers already exist however there is less research on the effectiveness of training in skills for health professionals to counter stigma and its impacts on patients. AIMS: The objective of this study was to examine the theory base, content, delivery, and outcomes of interventions for healthcare professionals which aim to equip them with knowledge and skills to aid patients to mitigate stigma and discrimination and their health impacts. METHODS: Five electronic databases and grey literature were searched. Data were screened by two independent reviewers, conflicts were discussed. Quality appraisal was realized using the ICROMS tool. A narrative synthesis was carried out. RESULTS: The final number of studies was 41. In terms of theory base, there are three strands - responsibility as part of the professional role, correction of wrongful practices, and collaboration with local communities. Content focusses either on specific groups experiencing health-related stigma or health advocacy in general. CONCLUSIONS: Findings suggest programs should link definitions of stigma to the role of the professional. They should be developed following a situational analysis and include people with lived experience. Training should use interactive delivery methods. Evaluation should include follow-up times that allow examination of behavioural change. PROSPERO, ID: CRD42020212527.
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- lidé MeSH
- ochrana zájmů pacientů MeSH
- společenské stigma * MeSH
- zdravotnický personál * psychologie výchova MeSH
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- lidé MeSH
- Publikační typ
- časopisecké články MeSH
- systematický přehled MeSH
BACKGROUND: We aimed to screen Ukrainian war refugees (UWR) in Czechia for depression and anxiety, and to assess their recognition of personal mental health problems and related help-seeking. METHODS: We conducted a cross-sectional study on a sample of UWR in Czechia. We used PHQ-8 and GAD-7 to screen for depression and anxiety, SELF-I to assess the recognition of respondents' own mental health problems, and a set of questions regarding mental health-related help-seeking. FINDINGS: Our sample consisted of 1,347 UWR. More than 41 % of respondents screened positively for moderate or severe depression and more than 23 % for moderate or severe anxiety. Self-recognition of mental health as well as help-seeking was very low among those who screened positively for moderate or severe depression or anxiety. INTERPRETATION: Even those UWR who report severe symptoms do not identify themselves as potentially having mental health issues and are not seeking help.
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- deprese epidemiologie psychologie MeSH
- duševní zdraví * MeSH
- lidé MeSH
- průřezové studie MeSH
- uprchlíci * psychologie MeSH
- úzkost epidemiologie psychologie MeSH
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- lidé MeSH
- Publikační typ
- časopisecké články MeSH
- práce podpořená grantem MeSH
- Geografické názvy
- Česká republika MeSH
Although improving the mental health of children and adolescents has become a global priority, resources outlining developmentally appropriate content for improving mental health literacy (MHL) across school-aged children are scarce. A comprehensive, life-course approach to building MHL is needed to address the evolving competencies, needs, capacities, and risk factors for mental health, especially to establish school-based interventions that can be equitably and sustainably implemented. We conducted a theoretical review highlighting the relation of research and practice in building MHL through developmentally appropriate knowledge and competencies for children and adolescents. A two-pronged review of the literature was conducted to provide an overview of (1) research with a focus on neurobiological, psychological, cognitive, and social developmental milestones of school-aged children relevant for building MHL and (2) evidence-based and theory-driven content for the development of universal MHL interventions for children and adolescents considering the four components of MHL. A map of relevant key milestones highlights the range of development that occurs and ample opportunity for increasing universal MHL during these sensitive years primed for learning. We reflect on current understandings and global considerations for MHL interventions with an emphasis on applying developmental science to the future strengthening of intervention development, uptake, adaptation, implementation, evaluation, and scale-up.
- Publikační typ
- časopisecké články MeSH
- přehledy MeSH
Mental health policies and plans (MHPPs) are important policy instruments and powerful tools to facilitate development of mental health systems and services across the world. We aimed to map and analyse methods and tools used to assess the extent, process and impact of implementing MHPPs. We systematically searched peer-reviewed and grey literature across seven scientific databases. We extracted and analysed the data on a) the characteristics of included studies (e.g., policy areas, region of origin, income setting) and b) the methodology and evaluation tools applied to assess the extent and process of implementation. We included 48 studies in the analyses. Twenty-six of these studies employed only qualitative methods (e.g., semi-structured interviews, focus group discussions, desk review, stakeholder consultations); 12 studies used quantitative methods (e.g., trend analysis, survey) and 10 used mixed-methods approaches. Generally, methods and tools used for assessment were described poorly with less than half of the studies providing partial or full details about them. Only three studies provided assessment of full policies. There is a lack of rigorous research to assess implementation MHPPs. Assessments of the implementation of entire MHPPs are almost non-existent. Strategies to assess the implementation of MHPPs should be an integral part of MHPPs.
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- časopisecké články MeSH
- přehledy MeSH
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- duševní poruchy * MeSH
- duševní zdraví * MeSH
- lidé MeSH
- sociální diskriminace MeSH
- společenské stigma MeSH
- Check Tag
- lidé MeSH
- Publikační typ
- časopisecké články MeSH
- přehledy MeSH
Long-stay institutions have been considerably affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. We aimed to assess the mental health of clients and staff as well as quality and safety of care in long-stay institutions during the state-of-emergency in the Czech Republic in response to COVID-19 pandemic. We found a high prevalence of poor mental health outcomes in clients (46% poor well-being, 58% depression, 45% anxiety) and staff (17% poor well-being, 22% depression, 14% anxiety). In clients, COVID-19 health-related and economic worries were associated with depression (1.79, 95% CI = 1.14; 2.8 and 2.28, 95% CI = 1.27; 4.08 respectively) and anxiety (1.63, 95% CI = 1.11; 2.4 and 1.85, 95% CI = 1.2; 2.85 respectively) and in staff with any mental health outcome (1.92, 95% CI = 1.33; 2.77 and 1.75, 95% CI = 1.15; 2.66 respectively). Lack of information and communication from authorities, lack of protective equipment and logistic difficulties were reported as challenges. Delivery of care was mostly disrupted as well as admission and discharge processes. Other reported issues included lack of staff, lack of activities for patients or an increase in usage of restrictive measures. Best practices and key future measures were identified by each institution, a summary of which is presented in the article.
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- bezpečnost pacientů * MeSH
- COVID-19 * epidemiologie psychologie MeSH
- deprese epidemiologie MeSH
- dospělí MeSH
- duševní poruchy * epidemiologie MeSH
- kvalita zdravotní péče * MeSH
- lidé středního věku MeSH
- lidé MeSH
- mladý dospělý MeSH
- pandemie * MeSH
- senioři MeSH
- ubytovací zařízení MeSH
- úzkost epidemiologie MeSH
- Check Tag
- dospělí MeSH
- lidé středního věku MeSH
- lidé MeSH
- mladý dospělý MeSH
- mužské pohlaví MeSH
- senioři MeSH
- ženské pohlaví MeSH
- Publikační typ
- časopisecké články MeSH
- práce podpořená grantem MeSH
- Geografické názvy
- Česká republika MeSH
Stigma vztahující se k duševnímu zdraví je v České republice stále rozšířené. Iniciativa NA ROVINU vznikla v rámci implementace reformy péče o duševní zdraví a zaměřuje se na vytvoření destigmatizačních vzdělávacích programů pro šest předdefinovaných cílových skupin: uživatelé služeb péče o duševní zdraví, jejich rodinní příslušníci, zdravotníci, poskytovatelé sociálních služeb, úřady veřejné správy a komunity, které jsou v těsné blízkosti nově vybudovaných komunitních center pro duševní zdraví. Pro vytvoření konkrétních programů byla provedena situační analýza. Ta zahrnovala prozkoumání potřeb u každé cílové skupiny, mapování současných a minulých destigmatizačních programů v České republice a přehled světové literatury. Na základě tohoto byly vytvořeny a následně pilotovány programy pro každou cílovou skupinu. Zároveň byla sbírána kvalitativní a kvantitativní data. Kvalitativní data ve formě fokusních skupin ukázala, že programy jsou přijatelné a použitelné pro dané cílové skupiny. Také na základě shromážděných kvalitativních údajů byly do programů implementovány změny. Implementace programů probíhá i nadále.
Stigma related to mental health is still widespread in the Czech Republic. The ON THE LEVEL initiative was created as part of the ongoing implementation of the mental health care reform in the Czech Republic and focuses on creating destigmatizing educational programs for six pre-defined target groups: users of mental health services, their family members, health professionals, social service providers, public office employees and communities that are in close proximity to the newly built community mental health centers. A situational analysis was undertaken to create the specific programs. This included an examination of the needs of each target group, a mapping of current and past destigmatization programs in the Czech Republic, and an overview of world literature. Based on this, programs were created and subsequently piloted for each target group. At the same time, qualitative and quantitative data were collected for evaluation purposes. Qualitative data in the form of focus group observations showed that the programs are acceptable and applicable to the target groups. On the basis of collected qualitative data, necessary changes were made to the programs. Implementation of programs is still ongoing.
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- duševně nemocní MeSH
- duševní zdraví MeSH
- lidé MeSH
- společenské stigma MeSH
- stereotypizace * MeSH
- Check Tag
- lidé MeSH
