A Nationwide Prevalence of Common Mental Disorders and Suicidality in Nepal: Evidence from National Mental Health Survey, 2019-2020 - Concepedia

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A Nationwide Prevalence of Common Mental Disorders and Suicidality in Nepal: Evidence from National Mental Health Survey, 2019-2020

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2022

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Meghnath Dhimal, Sushma Dahal, Kriti Adhikari, Pallavi Koirala, Bihungum Bista, Nagendra P. Luitel, Sagun Ballav Pant, Kedar Marahatta, Suraj Shakya, Pawan Sharma,

Journal of Nepal Health Research Council

Abstract

This survey indicated that mental health problems are major public health concerns in Nepal that should not be overlooked. Hence, a multisectoral approach is needed to address the burden of mental health problems among adults and adolescents in Nepal.