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The database of innovations catalogues comprehensive summaries of mental health programs and research projects around the world.

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  • Depression/anxiety/stress-related disorders (52) Apply Depression/anxiety/stress-related disorders filter
  • All disorders (35) Apply All disorders filter
  • Psychosis/bipolar disorder (25) Apply Psychosis/bipolar disorder filter
  • Child behavioural and developmental disorders (15) Apply Child behavioural and developmental disorders filter
  • Alcohol/drug use disorders (13) Apply Alcohol/drug use disorders filter
  • Epilepsy/seizures (11) Apply Epilepsy/seizures filter
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Collaborative on Health and Technology (CHaT)

A collaboration of disruptive outcome-driven digital health provider innovations
Region: 
North America
Asia
Europe
Oceania
Disorder: 
All disorders
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Project for the Identification and Treatment of Dementia in Sub-Saharan Africa

Three-phase, multi-component innovation focusing on community based care and rehabilitation.
Region: 
Africa
Population: 
Older adults
Families and carers
Disorder: 
Dementia and other neurocognitive disorders
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Integration of mental health into general health services

Integrating mental health into all levels of the health system
Region: 
Central America and the Caribbean
Population: 
Adults
Disorder: 
Psychosis/bipolar disorder
Depression/anxiety/stress-related disorders
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Telehealth Mental Health Integration Program

Collaborative and sustainable networks of telepsychiatry consultation and education services
Region: 
North America
Disorder: 
Depression/anxiety/stress-related disorders
Alcohol/drug use disorders
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Chain-Free Initiative

Multi-component innovation primarily focusing on elimination of chains and increase in human rights for all
Region: 
Africa
Disorder: 
All disorders
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Collaborative Care Model

Mental health specialists support non-specialist health workers in settings such as primary care and school health centers
Region: 
North America
Population: 
Adults
Disorder: 
Depression/anxiety/stress-related disorders
Alcohol/drug use disorders
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Mental Health System Reform in Brazil

A nation-wide programme to decentralize mental health care from psychiatric institutions into primary and community-based care
Region: 
South America
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Equilibrium

Biopsychosocial care integrated with health, recreation, and social services at a Community Sports Center
Region: 
South America
Population: 
Children and adolescents
Disorder: 
All disorders
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Improving Access to Psychological Therapies

Capacity building program to train new therapists to deliver evidence-based psychological treatment within specialist IAPT services.
Region: 
Europe
Population: 
Adults
Disorder: 
Depression/anxiety/stress-related disorders
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Psychosocial Care for Children in Conflict Areas

Multi-tiered psychosocial care package including mental health promotion, prevention and treatment
Region: 
Africa
Asia
Population: 
Children and adolescents
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Thinking Healthy Programme

Evidence-based intervention for perinatal depression incorporating cognitive and behavioral techniques into community health workers’ routine work
Region: 
Asia
Population: 
Maternal and neonatal health
Children and adolescents
Disorder: 
Depression/anxiety/stress-related disorders
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Mental Health System Reform in Jordan

Mental health reform focusing on shifting attention from a humanitarian agenda to a development agenda
Region: 
Middle East
Disorder: 
All disorders
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HeartSounds Peer Support

Training service users as peer support workers to deliver at-home outpatient care
Region: 
Africa
Population: 
Adults
Disorder: 
All disorders
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Community Based Rehabilitation for Severe Disorders

Community-based rehabilitation using lay workers and community groups to deliver mental health interventions
Region: 
Asia
Population: 
Families and carers
Minority populations
Disorder: 
Psychosis/bipolar disorder
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Care for People with Schizophrenia in India (COPSI)

Collaborative care model using lay workers to deliver community based services for people living with schizophrenia and their caregivers
Region: 
Asia
Population: 
Families and carers
Disorder: 
Psychosis/bipolar disorder
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3 Dimensions of Care For Diabetes (3DFD)

3DFD integrates medical, psychological and social care for patients with persistent sub-optimal glycaemic control
Region: 
Europe
Population: 
Non-communicable diseases (e.g. cancer, diabetes, stroke)
Disorder: 
Psychosis/bipolar disorder
Depression/anxiety/stress-related disorders
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Big White Wall

Clinically-moderated interactive digital platform accessible 24/7 to increase access, improve member experience and outcomes
Region: 
Europe
Oceania
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BasicNeeds Mental Health and Development Model

A five-module program model emphasizing community-oriented treatment and self-help support
Region: 
Africa
Asia
Disorder: 
All disorders
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Peter C. Alderman Trauma Clinics

Training for lay health workers and establishment of trauma treatment systems in post-conflict settings
Region: 
Africa
Asia
Population: 
Humanitarian and conflict health
Disorder: 
Depression/anxiety/stress-related disorders
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7 Cups of Tea

Peers trained as active listeners via online platform provide support by phone or web
Disorder: 
Depression/anxiety/stress-related disorders
Alcohol/drug use disorders
Self-harm/suicide
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Mental Health Beyond Facilities (mhBeF)

Bridging clinical and community care by integrating peer support, livelihood support and stigma reduction
Region: 
Africa
Asia
Population: 
Humanitarian and conflict health
Disorder: 
Epilepsy/seizures
Psychosis/bipolar disorder
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Causeway

Program which provides employment options to help persons facing mental illness and other challenges to overcome barriers to employment
Region: 
North America
Disorder: 
All disorders
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Let’s Cook Together (Le Murier)

Individualized, home-based workshops that provide knowledge and tangible skills on healthy cooking, meal planning and food hygiene
Region: 
North America
Population: 
Adults
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“Mieux Vivre Avec Les Voix” (Living Better with Voices)

Rehabilitation program consisting of weekly meetings, support, and awareness trainings
Region: 
North America
Disorder: 
Psychosis/bipolar disorder
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Rogers Achievement Centre (Operation Come Home)

Mental health and addictions support integrated into a transitional education model
Region: 
North America
Population: 
Children and adolescents
Disorder: 
Child behavioural and developmental disorders
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Group psychotherapy model for depression among PLWH

Structured, manualized indigenous group support psychotherapeutic intervention to treat depression in people affected by HIV
Region: 
Africa
Population: 
Communicable diseases (e.g. HIV/AIDS, TB)
Disorder: 
Depression/anxiety/stress-related disorders
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A Sustainable Public-Private Partnership for Integrated Child Development Care

Integration of a maternal and child care integrated package into private clinic appointments through a public private partnership
Region: 
Asia
Population: 
Maternal and neonatal health
Children and adolescents
Disorder: 
Child behavioural and developmental disorders
Depression/anxiety/stress-related disorders
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Early Diagnosis and Interventions for Neurodevelopmental Disorders Among Children Under Three

Integration of a program of routine surveillance and screening for childhood NDDs into the National Program on Immunization (NPI) at primary care level
Region: 
Africa
Population: 
Children and adolescents
Families and carers
Disorder: 
Child behavioural and developmental disorders
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Learning Clubs for Women’s Health and Infant Development

Structured learning clubs combining information sharing, activities, and social support in accessible facilitated community based groups for women at the same life stage
Region: 
Asia
Population: 
Maternal and neonatal health
Children and adolescents
Disorder: 
Child behavioural and developmental disorders
Depression/anxiety/stress-related disorders
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Aro Primary Care Mental Health Programme

Development and delivery of the mhGAP intervention package for five priority conditions at primary healthcare centres in Ogun State Nigeria
Region: 
Africa
Disorder: 
All disorders

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World Health Organization

20 Avenue Appia
1211 Geneva 27
Switzerland

London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine

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